Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, & Thailand: May 26, 2025
National flag carrier, Air Cambodia, will complete the delivery of three ATR 72-600 aircraft this year. The first aircraft is scheduled to arrive at Phnom Penh International Airport today. The carrier operates domestic and international flights to China, Thailand and Vietnam.
The government initiated a street food hygiene pilot project in Kampong Thom province to raise traders' awareness of food safety. As part of a national campaign, the project aims to promote public health and engage the informal economy.
1.INDONESIA, CHINA INK DEALS TO BOOST LOCAL CURRENCY USE AND EXPAND BILATERAL COOPERATION -- JAKARTA GLOBE
Indonesia and China on Sunday agreed to promote the use of their respective national currencies in bilateral trade, marking a significant step toward reducing dependency on the US dollar. The agreement was formalised through a memorandum of understanding signed by Bank Indonesia and the People's Bank of China during Chinese Premier Li Qiang's official visit to Jakarta.
2.JAMU HERBAL DRINK AS NATION'S HEALTH SYMBOL: BPOM -- ANTARA
The National Food and Drug Agency (BPOM) emphasised that traditional herbal drink jamu is not merely a legacy of the past but a symbol of Indonesia's future health sector. The agency's Deputy for Traditional Medicines, Health Supplements, and Cosmetics Supervision stated that jamu represents local wisdom supported by strong scientific research and evidence.
LAOS
1.CROSS-BORDER PAYMENT WITH VISA SUPPORT -- VIENTIANE TIMES
The Agricultural Promotion Bank Co Ltd has partnered with VISA to promote cross-border digital payments. The launch of APB World-Remit with the support of VISA B2B Connect will help Lao businesses link up with international markets.
2.LAO-THAI OFFICIALS IRON OUT BILATERAL ISSUES -- VIENTIANE TIMES
Traditional partners Laos and Thailand held talks on a wide range of issues from political and security cooperation to trade and investment. Foreign Ministry officials also discussed protecting Lao migrant workers' rights in neighbouring Thailand.
MYANMAR
1.UNITY KEY TO NATION'S STABILITY AND PROGRESS, SAYS LEADER -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
State Administration Council Chairman Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said Myanmar is a union nation based on genuine multiparty democracy and a federal system. All parties have to unite to promote peace and stability in the country.
2.FLOURISHING EDIBLE FROG FARMING -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Rising demand and lucrative prices for edible frogs in the local market are encouraging more farmers to venture into the business. Called the 'Thai frog', it takes about three months to breed the frogs, which feed on bran and floating fish feed.
SINGAPORE
1.ASEAN HAS REACHED 'CONSENSUS' ON TRADE, US TARIFFS AND POWER GRID AHEAD OF SUMMIT: ANWAR -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is bullish that 'very constructive' outcomes will result from the Asean Summit and related meetings that Malaysia is hosting as regional leaders began meeting on May 23, citing progress on a regional power grid and the Myanmar civil war.
2.ASEAN TO SIGN IMPROVED CHINA, INTERNAL TRADE DEALS AS BLOC WEIGHS 'BOLDER' MOVES TO TACKLE US TARIFFS -- CNA
Easier trade among members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as well as with the regional bloc's top economic partner, China, is on the horizon as the grouping pushes ahead with 'bolder' moves to stave off the threat of steep US tariffs.
THAILAND
1.TOURISM MINISTRY CRACKS DOWN ON ILLEGAL TOURS TO RESTORE TRUST -- THE NATION
Natreeya Taweewong, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, has outlined the government's comprehensive plan to ensure the safety of tourists in Thailand, an issue that remains a top priority.
2.CONSUMER SPENDING TIGHTENS -- BANGKOK POST
Quiet tourist attractions with fewer guests and complaints from local merchants about stagnant purchasing power have become more pronounced, as the Thai economy braces for another slump in the second quarter, which is typically a low season for spending.
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