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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 29, 2025
The bordering areas of Cambodia and Thailand have remained quiet since midnight on Monday, following fruitful ceasefire talks held in Malaysia yesterday. There has been no gunfire between the two forces so far. Former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen thanked United States President Donald Trump and Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for the successful mediation talks in Putrajaya. He said their efforts saved thousands of lives in Cambodia and Thailand. INDONESIA REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO NUSANTARA PROJECT AMID MORATORIUM CALLS -- THE JAKARTA POST State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi has dismissed growing concerns over President Prabowo Subianto's commitment to the Nusantara capital city project, asserting that the President has no plans for a moratorium and remains fully committed to completing the relocation within three years. TO LET INDONESIAN PALM OIL ENTER ITS MARKET AT 0 PCT TARIFF --JAKARTA GLOBE Chief Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto said Monday that Europe would let Indonesia sell its palm oil at 0 percent tariff as part of a last-minute trade deal negotiation. LAOS UNESCO'S TRANSBOUNDARY HERITAGE SITE -- VIENTIANE TIMES Authorities plan to celebrate the inscription of Hin Nam No National Park as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. UNESCO approved the inclusion of Hin Nam No National Park alongside Vietnam's Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park on July 13. JOINT BORDER DEMARCATION EFFORTS -- VIENTIANE TIMES Lao and Cambodia have identified 75 boundary points and installed 134 new permanent markers over the last year. The progress was announced at the 8th Meeting of the Laos-Cambodia and Cambodia-Laos Joint Boundary Commissions in Phnom Penh. MYANMAR BUILDINGS TO BE EARTHQUAKE-RESISTANT -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The government directed that high-quality construction materials and advanced technology should be included in the construction of skyscrapers or high-rise buildings, as in Japan or China. This is to ensure the safety of lives and properties during earthquakes. ELECTRIFICATION FOR 30,000 HOMES -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The government's rural electrification programme aims to cover over 30,000 households in remote areas where the national grid is difficult to reach. A small-scale solar system for a single house and a mini-grid will be deployed. SINGAPORE DEAD, OVER 80,000 EVACUATED, FOLLOWING HEAVY RAIN IN BEIJING, XINHUA REPORTS -- THE STRAITS TIMES Thirty people have been killed in Beijing and over 80,000 people have been evacuated as at midnight on July 28 as rain hit the Chinese capital, the official Xinhua news agency reported on July 29. SINGAPORE GROWS IN POPULARITY WITH CHINESE STUDENTS, UNIVERSITIES ROLL OUT MANDARIN-TAUGHT PROGRAMMES -- CNA After nearly a decade in the workforce, Ms Jin Qi decided in 2020 that it was time to pursue a master's degree to advance her career. THAILAND 1. SAI RIVER OVERFLOWS IN MAE SAI AFTER HEAVY DOWNPOURS TRIGGER FLASH FLOODING -- THE NATION Sai River overflowed early Monday in Chiang Rai's Mae Sai district after 118.8mm of rain, prompting evacuations and flash flooding in several villages. 2. THAILAND AND CAMBODIA TRUCE AGREEMENT COMES INTO EFFECT -- BANGKOK POST SURIN - A truce agreement between Thailand and Cambodia came into effect in the early hours of Tuesday, testing whether it will halt five days of open combat that have engulfed their jungle-clad frontier. VIETNAM MARKS 30TH ANNIVERSARY IN ASEAN -- VIETNAM NEWS Vietnam says ASEAN is a vital gateway to the country's regional integration and national development, and both share the same aspirations to promote peace. Vietnam commemorated the 30th anniversary of its accession to the bloc on July 28. TO WORK WITH ICJ TO PROTECT ENVIRONMENT -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnam will continue to work closely with the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to protect the environment from the negative impacts of greenhouse gas emissions. It has actively contributed throughout the entire process of seeking the ICJ's advisory opinion. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
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2 days ago
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Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 28, 2025
Indonesia has welcomed France's recognition of a Palestinian state, while reaffirming its support for a two-state solution to end the longstanding conflict between Israel and Palestine. Indonesian men's doubles pair Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri claimed the 2025 China Open title on Sunday after defeating second-seeded Malaysians Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in straight sets. WARMING UP RELATIONS -- VIENTIANE TIMES Laos and Cambodia will deepen their Comprehensive and Long-Lasting Strategic Partnership by expanding cooperation in trade, security, education, energy and transport sectors. They will also cooperate in defence and security, maintaining peace along their borders and tackle transnational threats. VOCATIONAL TRAINING IN LAOS -- VIENTIANE TIMES The launching of the China-Laos New Energy Vehicle Testing and Training Centre in Vientiane will promote vocational education for Loa youth. The centre will offer industry-related education, mainly in new energy vehicle technologies. MYANMAR MANGROVE NOW PROTECTED ZONE -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The government has designated a mangrove forest area in Sinku Island as a protected zone. It will ensure the long-term sustainability of the mangrove ecosystem, preserve biodiversity and reduce the impacts of coastal erosion and storms. INMATES PASS MATRICULATION -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Myanmar National Human Rights Commission said 16 inmates passed their matriculation exams held in March. Ten students were from Insein Central Prison and six from Mandalay Central Prison. The results were announced on July 27. SINGAPORE FEASIBLE FOR S'PORE TO AVOID NET‑ZERO; ALL OPTIONS TO CUT ENERGY EMISSIONS ON TABLE: TAN SEE LENG -- THE STRAITS TIMES It is no longer feasible nor practical for Singapore to avoid working towards a net-zero future, said Dr Tan See Leng, Singapore's Minister-in-charge of Energy and Science & Technology. FURNITURE BUYERS TURN TO SHOPEE AND TAOBAO, LOCAL BRANDS STRUGGLE TO COMPETE -- CNA When first-time home owners Nurasheila Abdul Razak and Syakir Sabirin were searching for furniture to match the Japanese wabi-sabi theme they had in mind for their new flat, time was in short supply. THAILAND 1. PUBLIC WARNED OVER FAKE DONATION DRIVES FOR BORDER TROOPS -- THE NATION Govt warns against fake online campaigns claiming to raise funds for border troops; real support should go via official army units and DDPM channels. 2. MORE HOSPITALS, SCHOOLS, COMMUNITIES IN BURI RAM EVACUATED AS SHELLS HIT FARTHER FROM BORDER -- BANGKOK POST BURI RAM: More communities, schools and hospitals were evacuated in this northeastern province of Thailand as shells hit farther from the border with Cambodia. VIETNAM MATERIALS SHORTAGE STIFLE DEVELOPMENT -- VIETNAM NEWS Major infrastructure projects across Ho Chi Minh City are facing a shortage of construction materials due to the high demand. There is a growing demand for crushed stones, sand and land-filling soil. EXPANDS INTO INDIAN EV MARKET -- VIETNAMPLUS VinFast Auto India - a subsidiary of Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast — inaugurated its first showroom in Surat, Gujarat. The automaker plans to establish an RM8 billion (US$2 billion) manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadu, southern India, this August. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
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5 days ago
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Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 25, 2025
TRADE DEAL POSSIBLE THREAT TO DATA SOVEREIGNTY -- THE JAKARTA POST A trade agreement between Indonesia and the United States set to include provisions on personal data transfers has raised alarms about the potential undermining of Indonesia's data sovereignty. Indonesia's government and parliament have agreed on a 2026 economic growth target of between 5.2 and 5.8 per cent, according to the preliminary 2026 draft state budget and national development plan endorsed in a plenary session on Thursday. FUNDS RM266 MILLION TO DEVELOP AGRIFOOD SYSTEMS -- VIENTIANE TIMES The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide RM266 million (US$63 million) to finance the Sustainable Agrifood Systems Sector Project. The project aims to enhance climate resilience, food security and nutrition, raise household incomes and strengthen high-value agricultural exports. URGES CAMBODIA, THAILAND TO MAINTAIN PEACE -- VIENTIANE TIMES The Lao Foreign Affairs Ministry has urged Cambodia and Thailand to resolve the border conflict through peaceful means. As a neighbour sharing borders and maintaining good relations with the two countries, the ministry urged them to exercise restraint. MYANMAR GROWERS EYE MORE ASEAN MARKETS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Myanmar Avocado Producer and Exporter Association plans to expand its exports to Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and China this season. The association will expedite imports of fertilisers and pesticides to assist farmers in improving the production of avocados. MISSING AFTER BOAT CAPSIZES IN YANGON RIVER -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Three people are missing after a boat sank while crossing from Dala's Thamada to Yangon's Botahtaung jetty due to heavy rain and strong winds. The boat was carrying 10 passengers when the tragedy happened and rescuers failed to find the missing people. SINGAPORE POSTS 3.8% ANNUALISED RETURN OVER 20 YEARS DESPITE ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTIES -- THE STRAITS TIMES The returns on GIC's investment portfolio have remained stable despite trade uncertainties, geopolitical upheaval and volatile markets, according to its annual report on July 25. 20-YEAR ANNUALISED REAL RETURN DIPS TO 5-YEAR LOW OF 3.8%, WARNS OF VOLATILE RETURNS AHEAD -- CNA Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC on Friday (Jul 25) reported a dip in its returns to the lowest in five years and reiterated a warning on volatile returns ahead amid 'a world in flux'. THAILAND 1. 2ND ARMY ASSERTS THAILAND'S RIGHT TO SELF-DEFENCE UNDER UN CHARTER AMID CAMBODIAN ATTACKS -- THE NATION Thailand asserts its right to self-defence under the UN Charter after Cambodia attacks civilian areas, including ancient site, petrol station, and hospital. 2. CAMBODIA'S ATTACK KILL 12 THAIS -- BANGKOK POST The number of fatalities from Cambodia's attacks on Thai civilian areas has risen to 12, including an eight-year-old boy, with over 30 injuries, according to the Thai army. VIETNAM REMAINS BUOYANT DESPITE HEADWINDS -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnam's exports and imports reached RM2 trillion (US$470 billion) from January to July despite global challenges. Computers, electronics, machinery, equipment, apparel and footwear remained major revenue earners. CHI MINH TAPS INTO SPORTS TOURISM -- VIETNAM NEWS Ho Chi Minh City plans to combine sports with cultural and nature-based activities to attract more tourists. The city is trying to leverage the country's scenic mountains, rivers and coasts to promote the travel industry. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
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6 days ago
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Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 24, 2025
INDONESIA WELCOMES US IMPORTS BUT FEARS CHEAP GOODS FROM CHINA -- JAKARTA GLOBE CONCEDES ON TRADE AND DATA, FOR DEAL WITH US -- THE JAKARTA POST Indonesia's retail sector has welcomed the government's move to eliminate import tariffs on US goods, viewing it as a catalyst for shopping tourism and retail growth without harming domestic small businesses. However, industry leaders warn that applying similar tariff exemptions to Chinese goods could severely threaten Indonesia's small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Indonesia has agreed to far-reaching regulatory changes to secure a trade deal with the United States, according to a joint statement on a 'framework' for the prospective settlement published on the White House website on Tuesday. In the statement, the two sides vow to 'negotiate and finalise' the agreement on reciprocal trade and 'undertake domestic formalities' for the agreement to enter into force in the coming weeks. WIPHA DESTROYS ROADS, FARMLAND -- VIENTIANE TIMES Heavy rain and flooding caused by Typhoon Wipha have badly affected five provinces, destroying farmland and infrastructure. Luang Prabang, Huaphan, Xiengkhouang, Xayabouly, Khammuan and Vientiane provinces are suffering from the storm since last weekend. COMMITTED TO PRESERVING BIODIVERSITY -- VIENTIANE TIMES Laos hosted the country's first national dialogue themed 'Other Effective Area-based Conservation', reflecting its commitment to protect the vast biodiversity. Besides protecting the rich biodiversity, it wants to empower local communities to address climate change woes. MYANMAR COMMEMORATIVE STAMPS RELEASED -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Myanmar Post released special stamps on July 20 to commemorate the Myanmar-Russia Tiger Conservation. The stamps are to mark the International Tiger Conservation Forum. The three stamps feature photos of a Myanmar tiger, flags of Myanmar and Russia. BALANCED ENERGY GENERATION MIX -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The government is striving to develop its energy sector to woo investors and ensure steady electricity supply for the nation. At the same time, it aims to find a fine balance in energy production without harming the environment. SINGAPORE OCEANARIUM WILL ENHANCE TOURISM WHILE SUPPORTING SUSTAINABILITY: GRACE FU -- THE STRAITS TIMES The Singapore Oceanarium will enhance the Republic's tourism landscape while contributing to its environmental goals, said Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu. STANDALONE SITES TO MALL TENANTS: IS THIS THE FUTURE OF SINGAPORE'S LIBRARIES? -- CNA On a weekday morning at the Ang Mo Kio library, seats in the two-storey building are half-filled. THAILAND 1. EDUCATION MINISTRY AUTHORISES SCHOOL CLOSURES DUE TO STORM WIPHA -- THE NATION Education Ministry authorises school closures as storm Wipha weakens but heavy rain, floods, and strong winds still pose safety risks across Thailand. 2. NEW MINE BLAST INFLAMES BORDER TENSIONS -- BANGKOK POST The Thai-Cambodian border dispute has escalated dramatically after another landmine explosion injured five Thai soldiers — one losing a leg — in a disputed area of Ubon Ratchathani province on Wednesday afternoon. VIETNAM FOR TYPHOON-HIT COMMUNITIES -- VIETNAM NEWS Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính directed authorities to immediately assist provinces affected by Typhoon Wipha, which devastated agriculture production and livelihoods. The tropical storm hit Vietnam last weekend, causing heavy rainfall and high tides. ELECTRIC BIKES IN HO CHI MINH -- VNEXPRESS A new government proposal will only allow ride-hailing and delivery platform drivers in Ho Chi Minh City to register electric motorbikes starting next year. Gasoline vehicles will be phased out in the city by the end of 2028. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
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7 days ago
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia. Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 23, 2025
The ASEAN Regional Mine Action Centre and the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action are strengthening inter-regional cooperation in mine clearance. The partnership will assist in sharing knowledge on post-conflict challenges, especially mine clearance operations. The 20th Asia Media Summit kicked off in Siem Reap on Tuesday, attended by delegates from 37 countries. Held under the theme 'Celebrating Two Decades of Excellence and Beyond', the summit's focus is on the rise and threat of fake news. GRAFT VERDICT SEEN AS SETTING BAD PRECEDENT -- THE JAKARTA POST The verdict in the corruption case of former trade minister Thomas Lembong has stoked concerns among legal experts, who have questioned the ruling's legal basis and warned it could set a dangerous precedent for silencing opposition figures. CUTS 1,000 FINANCE MINISTRY JOBS AMID DRIVE FOR LEANER BUDGET -- JAKARTA GLOBE Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati said Tuesday that nearly 1,000 civil servants at the Finance Ministry have been laid off as part of the government's broader efforts to streamline spending and boost efficiency. LAOS AIMING ROBUST BILATERAL TRADE -- VIENTIANE TIMES Laos and Australia are working to improve their existing bilateral trade ties by attracting high-quality investments to develop Loa' economy. Both governments launched the Laos-Australia Investment Facilitation and Transformation for Economic Resilience programme last month. TO NURTURE YOUNG LAO FOOTBALLERS -- VIENTIANE TIMES Asia's premier international youth football tournament SingaCup, will continue to collaborate with the Lao Football Federation to develop the sport at the grassroots level. The partnership aims to expand international exposure and nurture emerging young talents. MYANMAR ORIGINAL ETHNIC COSTUMES -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Culture will conduct a survey on Myanmar's ethnic groups' traditional clothing to determine the appropriate national costumes. The survey will assist in removing misconceptions about ethnic costumes and identify their origins. 2. ASEAN FORUM TO PROTECT FISHERIES SECTOR -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Myanmar is hosting the 17th ASEAN Fisheries Consultative Forum and the 33rd ASEAN Fisheries Working Group Meeting from July 22 to 25. Fishing zoning, sustainable small-scale fisheries, fish stock recovery and the impact of climate change will be discussed. SINGAPORE DIGITAL BANKS FINDING THEIR NICHE IN AREAS LIKE SMES AS THEY NARROW LOSSES IN 2024 -- THE STRAITS TIMES Singapore's three digital banks serving retail customers – Trust Bank, GXS Bank and MariBank – appear on track to turn the corner more than two years after they started operations. ANNOUNCES TRADE DEAL WITH JAPAN, INCLUDING 15% TARIFF -- CNA/AGENCIES US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Jul 22) announced a trade deal with Japan that he said will result in Japan investing US$550 billion into the United States and paying a 15 per cent reciprocal tariff. THAILAND 1. EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM ON STANDBY AS STORM WIPHA NEARS THAILAND -- THE NATION DDPM says it is fully prepared to issue emergency alerts for areas forecast to be affected by tropical storm Wipha. 2. VISA HELP FOR LABOUR 'IN LIMBO' -- BANGKOK POST The cabinet on Tuesday approved a six-month extension for Cambodian migrant workers employed in border provinces. VIETNAM SECTOR FACES STRONG HEADWIND -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnam's postal and delivery sector is experiencing impressive growth but profits are slim due to the presence of both international and local players. Total volume of postal items reached about 1.8 billion in the first half of this year. PLAN TO IMPROVE WOMEN'S HEALTH -- VIETNAMPLUS The Ministry of Health and Roche Vietnam are teaming up to improve women's health. The ministry plans to develop a national action plan to improve screening, diagnosis, treatment and management of breast and cervical cancer. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
