Malaysian crypto event drops Ms Pui Yi, Lee Kuan Yew’s home taken over: 7 Asia highlights
We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. What Negeri Sembilan loss means for Malaysian PM Anwar’s political strategy The crushing defeat of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition…
1. Malaysia's recent political landscape was marked by a significant loss for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's Pakatan Harapan (PH) coalition in the Negeri Sembilan elections, potentially impacting his political strategy.
2. Singapore recently took possession of the former residence of its founding Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew, located at 38 Oxley Road. The property will undergo a feasibility study to determine its potential development into a public space, following a long-standing debate within the family over its future use.
3. The Philippines has initiated efforts to recruit more professionals in the fields of coding, engineering, and cybersecurity to bolster its military capabilities, as the country faces a growing threat from software, networks, and artificial intelligence.
4. A prominent Malaysian blockchain conference has removed Siew Pui Yi, a social media influencer previously known for her association with adult content, as the headline DJ for the event's after-party due to widespread backlash over her past.
5. Cambodia's tourism industry has experienced a dramatic decline, with a 50% decrease in tourist arrivals this year. Local operators are now compelled to reconsider their overall marketing strategy to attract visitors.
6. Indonesia's government has launched an initiative to attract back its diaspora by offering limited dual citizenship, a proposal that has been long sought after by the country's native talent scattered around the world.
7. South Korean researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the brain's waste management system. Their findings provide new insights into the processes involved in dementia and other brain disorders, potentially paving the way for future treatments.
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