3D printed oil barrels and rising stock graph are seen in this illustration taken March 23, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration NEW YORK/LONDON, April 22 (NNN-Bernama-dpa) — Oil prices remained elevated despite US President Donald Trump’s announcement that a ceasefire with Iran would be extended, as markets showed little sign of easing tensions,…
Roadshow held in Jakarta to promote China’s supply chain expo
JAKARTA, April 21 (Xinhua) - The fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) Indonesia roadshow was held here on Tuesday to promote participation in the world's first national-level exhibition focused on supply chains. Niu Liangliang, representative of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade Representative Office in Indonesia,…
Dutch government can keep MH17 documents secret, European court rules
LONDON, April 21 (Bernama-Anadolu) — The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has ruled that the Netherlands does not have to make public certain internal records created after the 2014 air disaster involving a Malaysia Airlines passenger plane, Anadolu Ajansi reported. The case was brought by Dutch media organisations NOS, RTL…
Xi says to work with Africa to address spillover effects of Middle East conflict
BEIJING, April 21 (Xinhua) -- As the impact of the Middle East conflict spills over to African countries, China stands ready to work hand in hand with Africa to address these challenges, jointly promote peace and work together to advance development, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Tuesday. Xi made…
Malaysia joins roundtable on Strait of Malacca at Singapore Maritime Week
By Anas Abu Hassan SINGAPORE, April 21 (Bernama) — Malaysia took part in a roundtable session in Singapore on Tuesday to discuss the current situation in the Strait of Malacca, in line with its commitment to ensuring that freedom of navigation in the area continues to be safeguarded. Transport Minister…
Mixed US-Iran signals on Hormuz reflect volatility of West Asia conflict – Singapore DPM
A boat is off the coast of Musandam governorate, overlooking the strait of Hormuz, in Musandam governance, in Oman, April 8, 2026.REUTERS/Stringer By Anas Abu Hassan SINGAPORE, April 21 (Bernama) – The ongoing uncertainties and mixed messages by the United States and Iran over the status of the Straits of…
First tsunami wave reaches coast of Iwate prefecture in Japan
MOSCOW, April 20 (Bernama-Sputnik/RIA Novosti) — The first tsunami wave– 40 cm (15.7 inches) in height – has reached the coast of the Iwate prefecture in Japan, according to the NHK broadcaster on Monday, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti. It said the Japanese authorities are checking the operation of nuclear power plants after the powerful…
China criticizes US attack near Strait of Hormuz, urges restraint
Beijing, April 20 (dpa) - China has criticized a US attack on an Iranian-flagged container ship near the Strait of Hormuz and called on all sides to act responsibly and uphold a ceasefire agreement. "We are concerned about the use of force by the United States against relevant vessels," Foreign…
7.4-magnitude earthquake strikes off northeastern Japan, tsunami warning issued
TOKYO, April 20: A 7.4-magnitude earthquake has hit off northeastern Japan, according to Japan’s Meteorological Agency (JPA). A tsunami warning has been issued. — NNN-Xinhua Monday , 20 April 2026
Malaysia proposes ASEAN declaration on rare diseases to speed up diagnosis, treatment
PUTRAJAYA, April 20 (Bernama) — Malaysia will step up regional cooperation to address rare diseases, including efforts to establish an ASEAN declaration and a shared database to speed up diagnosis and improve access to treatment. Its Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said the initiative will be tabled at the ASEAN…
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