Labels rethink Asian promo after Bali bomb. (News).

UK record companies and managers are being forced to re-think plans for artist trips to South East Asia, following the recent Bali bombing and heightened warnings from the Foreign Office concerning travel to the region.

BMG has increased security measures ahead of the launch event for Westlife's greatest hits package in Malaysia, which includes a concert due to be played to a capacity crowd at Kuala Lumpur's national football stadium tomorrow night (Tuesday). This will be followed by a high-profile charity football event set to be attended by the Malaysian prime minister and sports minister.

BMG UK international vice president Dave Shack says the company has tightened security arrangements for the band as well as liaising with local police to make sure security is water-tight for the event.

Oasis indefinitely postponed a recent gig in Manilla following terrorist activity in the Philippines. "The band did not want to proceed with the show under the already strict security measures, which would have involved sniffer dogs and every fan being searched," says a spokeswoman. She confirms that Oasis hope to return for a gig in the Philippines soon.