THE recent wave of visa-free travel agreements between China and several Asean countries has significantly enhanced regional connectivity. These agreements are more than just tourism boosters; they foster friendships and business partnerships among people from different countries.

By increasing tobacco taxes, we can help give smokers an additional push to quit their addiction.

National Day and Malaysia Day allow us to reflect on how to restore our original vision of a shared destiny.

Scotch whisky producers Johnnie Walker recently released Blue Label Ultra, which is housed in the world's lightest 70cl Scotch whisky bottle.

On September 3, Beijing will stage a grand military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and World War II.

Why are the rallies in Indonesia more violent than those in Malaysia? The answer may lie in our middle class, and their desire for organised change.

Dear Dr G, I am in my late forties and have an urgent matter that needs your help.

It is time to shrug off politicians who try to divide us by race and religion. Instead, tolerance, forgiveness, and moderation must be at the heart of our conversation on National Day.

This National Day, let's free ourselves from pettiness and unkindness, says the writer.

A historic day for the Bornean territory was officially recognised last year and is being celebrated properly today.

While Wisma Putra must take the lead in navigating foreign policy work, it can be much more effective if it received more support from relevant ministries and agencies.

IT'S National Day! The nation is filled with the joyous sounds of celebration and the patriotic flying of the Jalur Gemilang (correctly displayed, we hope) as we mark the day on which we officially declared our independence 68 years ago.