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Barnama
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: June 6, 2025
King Norodom Sihamoni urged the nation to support the Ministry of Environment in building a greener and more sustainable country. He advised the public to support the government's motto 'Clean Cambodia, Khmer Can Do It'. The Cambodian Rice Federation announced that Cambodia exported 344,199 metric tonnes of milled rice, worth about RM1 billion (US$252 million), from January to May this year. Forty-eight local exporters sold their grains to 63 countries, with the bulk going to European markets. Indonesia took a massive step toward securing a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers' next round with a narrow but vital 1-0 win over China at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium on Thursday, reigniting national hopes in front of a roaring home crowd -- and the President himself. BRINGS DIGITAL INVESTMENT VISION AT OECD MEETING Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto presented Indonesia's vision for digital investment focused on resilience and sustainability during the 5th OECD Ministerial Council Meeting in Paris, France, on Wednesday. LAOS TAKING SECONDARY SCHOOL EXAMS DROP -- VIENTIANE NEWS The Education Ministry said the number of secondary school students sitting for the final examination this year declined to 110,922 pupils nationwide compared to 115,500 in the previous year. Some students left school early to find employment. OPERATORS UNDER THE SCANNER -- VIENTIANE NEWS The government plans to review all existing mining contracts and suspend new approvals to regulate the sector to ensure efficiency. Operators' licences will be revoked if their projects are slow, overlap with other miners and if their operations damage the environment. MYANMAR ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION WOES -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said Myanmar is implementing the 2019 Bangkok Declaration on Combating Marine Debris in ASEAN Region. Environmental pollution due to urbanisation, factories lacking proper waste management and the rise in plastic usage are posing major challenges. RESCUE TEAM FOR DISASTER OPERATIONS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Two urban search and rescue teams consisting of trained personnel have been established to conduct operations in disaster situations. They will be responsible for locating people trapped, buried or missing in disaster-hit areas using search dogs and technology. SINGAPORE LINE PROBE SHOWS NO DETAIL IS TOO MINUTE IN RAIL MAINTENANCE -- THE STRAITS TIMES The outcome of a months-long investigation into one of Singapore's worst MRT breakdowns is a stark and vital reminder that no single part of the rail system – even something as basic as grease – can be ignored. DOES IT MEAN FOR WORKPLACES TO TREAT COVID-19 LIKE THE COMMON FLU, EVEN WHEN CASES SPIKE? -- CNA After recovering from a bout of sickness, Alicia returned to the office – only to come into contact with a colleague who had contracted COVID-19. THAILAND 1. PHUMTHAM CALLS EMERGENCY NATIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL MEETING OVER THAI-CAMBODIAN BORDER TENSIONS -- THE NATION He clarified that reports of a 200-meter incursion were inaccurate, citing updated information from the Second Army Region that Cambodian troops only entered the no-man's land, not Thai territory. 2. RTAF TO BUY 12 GRIPEN JETS FOR B60BN -- BANGKOK POST The Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has confirmed its decision to purchase 12 Saab Gripen E and F fighter jets from Sweden, in a procurement project worth 60 billion baht, with the first delivery expected by 2029. VIETNAM PAYMENT TO EMPOWER DIGITAL ECONOMY -- VIETNAMPLUS State Bank of Vietnam launched Ho Chi Minh City's cashless day programme themed "Cashless Payment for Digital Economy Promotion'. The programme is to promote non-cash payment and a sustainable cashless ecosystem that will drive the nation's digital transformation. EFFICIENT STATE-OWNED ENTERPRISES -- VIETNAMPLUS Experts are calling for legal amendments to grant more investment autonomy to encourage state-owned enterprises to play a deeper role in pushing the national agenda. These entities are crucial in maintaining macroeconomic stability but are stifled by complex and obsolete laws. -- 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
The Star
2 days ago
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- The Star
Indonesia vows to provide US tariff preferences before June talks
JAKARTA: Indonesia has committed to provide a list of preferred tariffs on US goods before starting a second round of talks with Washington scheduled this month, its senior economy minister said on Wednesday (June 4) after meeting the U.S. trade envoy. The US was Indonesia's third-biggest export destination as of last year, receiving shipments worth US$26.3 billion, according to Indonesian government data. The country booked a $16.8 billion trade surplus with the US in 2024. Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto said Indonesia is ready to accelerate negotiations with the US before the July 3 deadline for reciprocal tariffs set by President Donald Trump in his drive to end US trade deficits with countries worldwide. The Trump administration has imposed a 32% tariff on Indonesian goods but that has been paused until July along with those targeting other countries. "We are ready to continue open dialogue and overcome negotiation challenges in tariffs and non-tariff barriers, digital trade... and the issues of economic and national security," Airlangga said in a statement. Reuters was seeking US comment. Airlangga, who met US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of an OECD meeting in Paris, said Indonesia hopes that a "mature and measured" approach can open space for it to build a strong and long-term partnership with the US. As part of the negotiation, the government has said it wants to increase US energy imports by about $10 billion, including purchases of US fuel, crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas. Indonesia received shipments of US goods worth $26.3 billion in 2024, according to government data. The main Indonesian exports to the US. include electronics, apparel and clothing, and footwear. - Reuters
The Sun
3 days ago
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- The Sun
Indonesia vows to provide US tariff preferences before June talks
JAKARTA: Indonesia has committed to provide a list of preferred tariffs on U.S. goods before starting a second round of talks with Washington scheduled this month, its senior economy minister said on Wednesday after meeting the U.S. trade envoy. The U.S. was Indonesia's third-biggest export destination as of last year, receiving shipments worth $26.3 billion, according to Indonesian government data. The Southeast Asian country booked a $16.8 billion trade surplus with the U.S. in 2024. Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto said Indonesia is ready to accelerate negotiations with the U.S. before the July 3 deadline for reciprocal tariffs set by President Donald Trump in his drive to end U.S. trade deficits with countries worldwide. The Trump administration has imposed a 32% tariff on Indonesian goods but that has been paused until July along with those targeting other countries. 'We are ready to continue open dialogue and overcome negotiation challenges in tariffs and non-tariff barriers, digital trade... and the issues of economic and national security,' Airlangga said in a statement. Reuters was seeking U.S. comment. Airlangga, who met U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of an OECD meeting in Paris, said Indonesia hopes that a 'mature and measured' approach can open space for it to build a strong and long-term partnership with the U.S. As part of the negotiation, the government has said it wants to increase U.S. energy imports by about $10 billion, including purchases of U.S. fuel, crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas. Indonesia received shipments of U.S. goods worth $26.3 billion in 2024, according to government data. The main Indonesian exports to the U.S. include electronics, apparel and clothing, and footwear.
Reuters
3 days ago
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- Reuters
Indonesia vows to provide US tariff preferences before June talks
JAKARTA, June 3 (Reuters) - Indonesia has committed to provide a list of preferred tariffs on U.S. goods before starting a second round of talks with Washington scheduled this month, its senior economy minister said on Wednesday after meeting the U.S. trade envoy. The U.S. was Indonesia's third-biggest export destination as of last year, receiving shipments worth $26.3 billion, according to Indonesian government data. The Southeast Asian country booked a $16.8 billion trade surplus with the U.S. in 2024. Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto said Indonesia is ready to accelerate negotiations with the U.S. before the July 3 deadline for reciprocal tariffs set by President Donald Trump in his drive to end U.S. trade deficits with countries worldwide. The Trump administration has imposed a 32% tariff on Indonesian goods but that has been paused until July along with those targeting other countries. "We are ready to continue open dialogue and overcome negotiation challenges in tariffs and non-tariff barriers, digital trade... and the issues of economic and national security," Airlangga said in a statement. Reuters was seeking U.S. comment. Airlangga, who met U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of an OECD meeting in Paris, said Indonesia hopes that a "mature and measured" approach can open space for it to build a strong and long-term partnership with the U.S. As part of the negotiation, the government has said it wants to increase U.S. energy imports by about $10 billion, including purchases of U.S. fuel, crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas. Indonesia received shipments of U.S. goods worth $26.3 billion in 2024, according to government data. The main Indonesian exports to the U.S. include electronics, apparel and clothing, and footwear.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Indonesia vows to provide US tariff preferences before June talks
JAKARTA (Reuters) -Indonesia has committed to provide a list of preferred tariffs on U.S. goods before starting a second round of talks with Washington scheduled this month, its senior economy minister said on Wednesday after meeting the U.S. trade envoy. The U.S. was Indonesia's third-biggest export destination as of last year, receiving shipments worth $26.3 billion, according to Indonesian government data. The Southeast Asian country booked a $16.8 billion trade surplus with the U.S. in 2024. Economy Minister Airlangga Hartarto said Indonesia is ready to accelerate negotiations with the U.S. before the July 3 deadline for reciprocal tariffs set by President Donald Trump in his drive to end U.S. trade deficits with countries worldwide. The Trump administration has imposed a 32% tariff on Indonesian goods but that has been paused until July along with those targeting other countries. "We are ready to continue open dialogue and overcome negotiation challenges in tariffs and non-tariff barriers, digital trade... and the issues of economic and national security," Airlangga said in a statement. Reuters was seeking U.S. comment. Airlangga, who met U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on the sidelines of an OECD meeting in Paris, said Indonesia hopes that a "mature and measured" approach can open space for it to build a strong and long-term partnership with the U.S. As part of the negotiation, the government has said it wants to increase U.S. energy imports by about $10 billion, including purchases of U.S. fuel, crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas. Indonesia received shipments of U.S. goods worth $26.3 billion in 2024, according to government data. The main Indonesian exports to the U.S. include electronics, apparel and clothing, and footwear.
