Daily brief
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kuala Lumpur for a two-day visit to Malaysia, where he announced plans to open an Indian consulate in the country to bring the nations closer.
In Bangladesh, Zaima Rahman campaigned for her father Tarique Rahman in the Dhaka-17 constituency ahead of the February 12 election, while the BNP's 'strict position' on relations with neighbors and large-scale vehicle requisitions for the polls raised questions.
Nationalist rhetoric is rising ahead of Thailand's election this weekend, with key issues to watch on polling day and beyond.
Cambodia's Deputy Prime Minister reaffirmed the country's 'ironclad' friendship with China.
A report suggests Pakistan may be reconsidering its stance on boycotting Indian events after a request from Sri Lanka.