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Malaysia:* Malaysia strongly condemns Danish leader’s provocative act in Sweden* DPM hits out at Hadi's alleged remarks on cash hand out* If cost of food goes up, help reduce the cost, Ismail Sabri tells the government* Cops bust drug distribution ring in Kluang and Batu Pahat, cops nab six men* What will the Year of the Rabbit hold for your zodiac sign? * Covid-19 Watch: 293 new cases, nationwide ICU bed usage at 61pc* 1.8 billion scam calls blocked by MCMC from 2017 to 2022, says Comms Minister* MA63: Unity Govt delivered large part of agreement’s content, says PM Anwar* CNY celebrated with joy nationwide* Bursa Malaysia likely to be muted this week; trading week shortened due to CNY* China reopening and improved domestic economic sentiment set to lift ringgit this week* Health Ministry to work with stakeholders to address overcrowding at hospital emergency deptsSingapore:* Past year was tough for healthcare workers, dealing with three Covid-19 waves, says Singapore health minister* Singaporean nabbed in Thailand wanted for cheating and drug-related offences* Singapore and Malaysia to sign MOC in digital and green economy, says Tengku Zafrul* Bullish calls mount as Asian stocks go on a tear in the New Year* S’poreans flock to JB for the long weekend* After 15 years, Malaysian actor Jack Lim and Singapore's Mark Lee team up againIndonesia:* Indonesian President Jokowi's approval rating at all-time high: poll* Indonesia's Asean presidency to focus on economic growth, says senior minister Airlangga Hartarto* It's a bountiful Chinese New Year of Rabbit for Indonesians as it brings fortune to traders* Asean displayed sheer confidence and grit at Davos; conveys a positive outlook for region* Will the Year of the Rabbit finally bring us some peace in 2023? * Indonesia turns to sorghum to expand food sourcesThailand:* 'Siren service' for Chinese tourist lands three police officers in trouble in resort town of Pattaya* Asian Insider - Thailand’s rice bowl threatened by rise of regional rivals* Covid curbs over, China's tourists hit Thai beaches for first time in three years* How Malaysia can help more with the Southern Thai conflict* Three killed in shoot-out in troubled south of ThailandPhilippines:* Asian Insider - The Philippines has a staple problem with rice – and it’s not going away soon* Why onion and egg prices are rising in the Philippines* Philippines looks forward to welcoming back Chinese touristsVietnam:* Vietnam seeks to curb inflation at 4.5 per cent with flexible monetary policy* The Year of the Cat not Rabbit is believed to bring good luck and smooth sailing in Vietnam* Tuna becomes a billion-dollar export for first time in VietnamMyanmar:* Chinese Lunar New Year celebrated in a big way in MyanmarCambodia:* Cambodian financial industry's code of conduct put into full implementationLaos:* Laos among list of countries greenlit for Chinese group toursBrunei:* Indonesian jailed and fined for overstaying for almost two years in BruneiAseanPlus:* Chinese pray for health in Lunar New Year as Covid-19 death toll rises* China reports almost 13,000 new deaths due to Covid-19 for the last week* Four killed and four critical after Japan apartment fire on first day of Lunar New Year* New Zealand's next leaders confirmed as Prime Minister Ardern resigns; Chris Hipkins is new PM* Top 8 idioms about rabbits and hares to celebrate Chinese New Year* Asia turns to tech to help watch over a growing elderly population* Let’s avoid another nuclear arms race* Next New Zealand PM slams 'abhorrent' treatment of Ardern* China’s untapped hydropower could supply 30 per cent of electricity needs: study* India blocks BBC documentary on PM Modi from airing in India* Tennis-Ostapenko knocks out Gauff to reach Australian Open quarters* Asia turns to tech to help watch over a growing elderly population* China-Hong Kong: First Spring Festival without restrictions* HK rabbits enjoy bunny resort as owners travel* Xi extends New Year greetings to all Chinese* Culture shine as Southern California embraces CNY* Year of the Rabbit sees much-loved creature hop onto centre stage* Pet sitters back in business after Covid-19 reopening* What could bring the Korean Peninsula to the brink of war
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