Supreme Head of Federation of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim: We see Russia as partner we can trust

On 6 August, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin held talks in Moscow with the Supreme Head of the Federation of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim, who arrived in Russia on a state visit. This is reported by the official website of the Russian President.

Celebrating Singapore’s 60th From Swamp to Smart Nation

By Kirtan Bhana - TDS
9 August 2025

In 2025, Singapore celebrates 60 years of independence — a landmark moment for a nation often described as a “Nation by Design.” From humble beginnings as a swampy trading outpost with no natural resources and deep ethnic divisions, Singapore has transformed into a global beacon of governance, economic dynamism, and technological innovation. Its journey, forged through visionary leadership, disciplined planning, and social cohesion, holds valuable insights for developing regions.

List of Hainan FTP's prohibited import, export goods improves transparency, openness

BEIJING, 9 August 2025 (Xinhua) -- The list of prohibited and restricted import and export goods and items in the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) has greatly improved the transparency and openness of Hainan's management of its trade in goods, said Jiang Zijun, an official of the Ministry of Commerce.

With independent customs operation, Hainan Free Trade Port poised to pioneer China's high-standard opening up

 

BEIJING, 9 August 2025 (Xinhua) -- China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) is set to launch an island-wide independent customs operation on Dec. 18, 2025, underscoring the country's wider push for high-standard opening up.

Tariff-free benefits to expand when Hainan Free Trade Port launches island-wide independent customs operation
 

The State Council Information Office (SCIO) holds a press conference on the development of Hainan Free Trade Port in Beijing, capital of China, July 23, 2025. (Xinhua/Pan Xu)

BEIJING, 9 August 2025 (Xinhua) -- The benefits of zero-tariff policies for businesses will be expanded after the Hainan Free Trade Port launches the island-wide independent customs operation, according to guest speakers on the latest episode of the China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency.

ASEAN a Celebration of Unity, Growth, and Global Partnerships

by Kirtan Bhana - TDS 
8 August 2025

On a tense border between Cambodia and Thailand, a ceasefire was declared this week, brokered under the quiet but firm guidance of ASEAN in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The swiftness of this diplomatic resolution is a reminder of what this 10-member bloc has come to represent: a region determined to solve its own disputes through dialogue, consensus, and cooperation.

Vietnamese, Angolan Presidents hold talks in Luanda
State President Luong Cuong stressed the fraternal ties between Vietnam and Angola as a shared invaluable asset. It serves as a solid foundation for both countries to enter a new phase of development, further foster political trust and mutual support between the two Parties and States, and deepen the solidarity and mutual understanding between their people.

07 August 2025
VNA

Luanda (VNA) – State President Luong Cuong held talks with Angolan President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço in Luanda on August 7 morning (local time), right after an official welcome ceremony held for the Vietnamese leader.