Singapore foreign minister to visit three Southeast Asian countries

14 Sept 05:33 Key points summarised by AI

Singapore's Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan will visit Brunei Darussalam, Malaysia, and Indonesia for diplomatic engagements.
The tour aims to reaffirm longstanding relationships, particularly with Brunei, which currently chairs the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Discussions in Malaysia will cover bilateral, regional, and international issues, including post-COVID-19 collaboration and reciprocal vaccination certification.
The visits occur as regional leaders, like Indonesia's President, advocate for a high-level ASEAN meeting to address the escalating crisis and bloodshed in military-ruled Myanmar.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.