The latest news on what's happening in the region on April 2, 2023
Check out what’s hot in the region as The Nation puts together headlines from members of Asia News Network (ANN). Click to read more: Sun, April 2, 2023
ANN News Highlights
Bringing Asia Closer
Malaysia-China I
Malaysia secures US$38.5 bil investments from China through 19 MOUs | The Star
Malaysia-China II
China visit secures huge returns for Malaysia, says Anwar - The Star
Singapore-China I
China wants to work with Singapore as it executes ‘ambitious blueprint’, says Li Qiang in meeting with PM Lee - Straits Times
Singapore-China II
China, Singapore substantively conclude FTA subsequent negotiations - China Daily
Singapore-China III
Singapore and China’s upgraded relationship: What it means - Straits Times
South China Sea
Tensions in West Philippine Sea not ‘cooling down’ – Marcos | Inquirer
Tensions Japan-China
Japan, China Establish Hotline to Avoid Accidental Conflict - The Japan News
Maritime Philippines
PH seafarers get to keep jobs; EU cites ‘progress’ | Inquirer
Ramadan
5 superfoods to include in your diet this Ramadan | Daily Star
Nepal
A charming multi-cuisine cafe - Kathmandu Post
India
Undeniably delicious Delhi street foods - The Statesman
Entertainment
Priyanka Chopra’s Anomaly becomes 2nd most valuable celebrity beauty brand, surpassing Kylie Jenner, Selena Gomez’s - Dawn
Fashion
Anteprima’s Wirebags Bring Light and Love to a Dark World - The Japan News
History
Slipping into history | China Daily
Cinema
Newest horror film showcases unique Khmer culture, identity | Phnom Penh Post
Travel
S Korea
Foreign tourists flock back to Myeong-dong - Korea Herald
Vietnam
Unique beauty of Hang Pagoda in Trà Vinh - Vietnam News
Bhutan
Aum Kangchim, the wish-granting goddess of Chapcha | Kuensel