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NextDC Launches AI Data Centre in Kuala Lumpur to Boost Southeast Asia's Digital Infrastructure

NextDC Launches AI Data Centre in Kuala Lumpur to Boost Southeast Asia's Digital Infrastructure

NextDC Launches AI Data Centre in Kuala Lumpur to Boost Southeast Asia's Digital Infrastructure

Trump’s tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of Hormuz

Trump’s tough-talk foreign policy is hitting a wall with Iran as it grips Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump considers himself an effective dealmaker but appears to have hit a wall with Iran

Vistin Pharma ASA Faces Dividend Sustainability Questions Amid Ex-Dividend Deadline

Vistin Pharma ASA Faces Dividend Sustainability Questions Amid Ex-Dividend Deadline

Vistin Pharma ASA Faces Dividend Sustainability Questions Amid Ex-Dividend Deadline

TechSur and Guidehouse Withdraw Protest Against $50 Billion Army MAPS Contract

TechSur and Guidehouse Withdraw Protest Against $50 Billion Army MAPS Contract

TechSur and Guidehouse Withdraw Protest Against $50 Billion Army MAPS Contract

Timeline of recent US-Cuba relations amid heightened tensions in Trump's second term

Timeline of recent US-Cuba relations amid heightened tensions in Trump's second term

The possibility that the Justice Department could indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro is pushing U.S. relations with the communist-run island to the foreground

Australia Orders Chinese Firms to Divest from Rare Earths Miner to Protect National Interests

Australia Orders Chinese Firms to Divest from Rare Earths Miner to Protect National Interests

Australia has mandated that companies linked to China divest their stakes in Northern Minerals, a firm developing a rare earth mine. This decision, announced by Treasurer Jim Chalmers, is aimed at safeguarding Australia's national interests amid concerns over Chinese investors attempting to gain control of Northern Minerals. The company is working on the Browns Range project in Western Australia, which is rich in dysprosium and terbium, essential for high-performance magnets used in clean energy and defense applications. The order requires six companies to sell their stakes within two weeks, reinforcing Australia's commitment to a robust foreign investment framework.

PACE Initiative Launched to Enhance Malaysia's Workforce Skills with RM100 Million Allocation

PACE Initiative Launched to Enhance Malaysia's Workforce Skills with RM100 Million Allocation

The Ministry of Human Resources in Malaysia has announced the launch of the Progressive Acceleration for Capability and Employability (PACE) initiative, with a funding allocation of RM100 million. This initiative, spearheaded by Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan, aims to bolster human capital development and improve the employability of the Malaysian workforce. Implemented through the Human Resource Development Corporation, PACE is designed to align workforce skills with current and future industry demands, thereby enhancing Malaysia's global competitiveness. The initiative will introduce ten strategic programs focusing on areas such as Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), youth talent development, digital economy transformation, and the employability of gig workers. The program is part of the Malaysia Madani aspiration to empower human development and improve living standards through quality employment.

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face judicial proceedings in US

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face judicial proceedings in US

Venezuela’s government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years after the business owner was pardoned by President Joe Biden as part of a prisoner swap

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US

Venezuela says it deported a close ally of Maduro to face criminal proceedings in US

Venezuela’s government says it has deported a close ally of Nicolás Maduro to face judicial proceedings in the U.S. less than three years after the business owner was pardoned by President Joe Biden as part of a prisoner swap

UK Orders 72 RCH 155 Artillery Systems to Strengthen NATO and Boost Local Jobs

UK Orders 72 RCH 155 Artillery Systems to Strengthen NATO and Boost Local Jobs

The United Kingdom has announced the procurement of 72 RCH 155 wheeled self-propelled artillery systems, valued at nearly £1 billion ($1.3 billion). This initiative aims to replace the AS90s previously transferred to Ukraine and involves extensive local production. The contract, signed by the Organization for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR) with ARTEC GmbH, includes crew training and maintenance support. The artillery systems will be manufactured at Rheinmetall’s facility in Telford, UK, with British steel supplied by Sheffield Forgemasters. This program is expected to create 100 skilled jobs at Rheinmetall, 100 jobs at KNDS Stockport, and 300 jobs across the UK supply chain. UK Defence Secretary John Healey emphasized the dual benefits of strengthening NATO against Russian aggression and boosting the UK economy.

UK Government Orders 72 RCH 155 Artillery Systems to Boost Defense Capabilities

UK Government Orders 72 RCH 155 Artillery Systems to Boost Defense Capabilities

The United Kingdom has placed an order for 72 RCH 155 wheeled self-propelled artillery systems to replace the AS90s that were transferred to Ukraine. This contract, valued at approximately £1 billion ($1.3 billion), includes crew training and in-service maintenance support. The Organization for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR) signed the contract on behalf of the British Army with ARTEC GmbH, a joint venture between KNDS and Rheinmetall. The production will involve local manufacturing, with the artillery systems' components being produced at Rheinmetall’s facility in Telford, UK. The initiative is expected to create 100 new skilled jobs at Rheinmetall’s facility, support 100 jobs at KNDS Stockport, and another 300 jobs across the broader UK supply chain.

Iran Demands Guarantees Against US-Israeli Attacks Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

Iran Demands Guarantees Against US-Israeli Attacks Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

The Institute for the Study of War reports that senior Iranian officials are demanding guarantees against future US-Israeli attacks as a precondition for negotiations. The Iranian regime views recognized control over the Strait of Hormuz as a potential guarantee. Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari of the IRGC emphasized the need for 'confidence-building' measures from the US. The regime's stance is seen as a deterrent against military actions. Meanwhile, the US and China have discussed the situation, with the US expecting China to influence Iran to reopen the strait. However, China's official stance remains neutral, emphasizing the security of shipping lanes.