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Barnama
28-05-2025
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: May 28, 2025
Russia and Cambodia agreed to strengthen bilateral ties by focusing on a wide range of areas, mainly cybercrime, law enforcement and countering cross-border crimes. Both countries also strengthened their judicial collaboration by signing a memorandum of understanding. During a meeting with the Russian Prosecutor General Igor Krasnov, Cambodia Senate President Hun Sen proposed Russia launch a direct flight between the two countries. The air connectivity will help to improve tourism and people-to-people relations and spur bilateral ties. ASEAN member states aim to negotiate with the United States as a single trade bloc while deepening ties with China, as Washington's unilateral levies imperil the growth of their trade dependent economies. 2. SWEDEN HELPS INDONESIA TREAT CANCER WITH US$940,360 GRANT-- JAKARTA GLOBE Sweden announced Tuesday a grant worth approximately 9 million Swedish krona (around US$940,360) to help Indonesia treat cancer by assisting a Jakarta-based hospital in setting up a radiotherapy center. MYANMAR 1. CHARTING PLAN FOR SUSTAINABLE INDUSTRIAL GROWTH -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The second coordination meeting of the Industrial Development Commission was held yesterday to discuss the promotion of sustainable development of local industries. The meeting aimed to establish new industrial projects and public and private sector partnerships to produce quality industrial products. 2. CHINESE DEMAND FOR ARECA NUTS ON THE RISE -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The rising demand for areca nuts from Chinese buyers is boosting sales for local producers in Myanmar. The processed nuts are used to make snacks in China and are also chewed together with slaked lime and betel leaves. SINGAPORE 1. ASEAN FACES 'MOMENT OF TRUTH'; IT MUST STEP UP OR RISK LOSING RELEVANCE, SAYS PM WONG -- THE STRAITS TIMES ASEAN must step up and define a clear, purposeful role for itself in a changed world, or risk losing relevance, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on May 27. 2. US SUSPENDS STUDENT VISA PROCESSING AS TRUMP, RUBIO RAMP UP SOCIAL MEDIA VETTING -- CNA/AFP US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday (May 27) ordered a suspension of student visa processing as President Donald Trump's administration ramps up vetting of their social media, according to an internal cable. THAILAND 1. THAILAND'S IMPORTS FROM CHINA HIT RECORD HIGH AMID TRADE UNCERTAINTY AND 90-DAY TARIFF TRUCE -- THE NATION Thailand's trade deficit with China has surged to a historic high, with imports soaring during the first four months of 2025 as businesses rush to secure raw materials amid global trade uncertainties, particularly ahead of potential U.S. tariff changes. 2. MINISTER CALLS FOR TOUGHER LAW ON NOMINEE FIRMS -- BANGKOK POST Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisanpang is pushing for a new law to further crack down on businesses that use Thai nominees, with such entities expected to be wiped out within six months. VIETNAM 1. SOUTHERN CAN THO CITY INVITES AMERICAN INVESTMENTS -- VIETNAMPLUS Can Tho City in southern Vietnam is welcoming American investors to invest in agricultural processing, the green economy and the digital economy. In the first quarter of this year, Can Tho exported steel, garments, farm produce, processed goods and handicraft to the United States. 2. MARITIME SECTOR GROWTH ON ROBUST MOOD -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnam's maritime and inland waterway transport sectors are enjoying robust growth this year. Officials said total cargo via ports reached 370.5 million metric tonnes, up 11 per cent compared to the same period last year. -- 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
Barnama
18-05-2025
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: May 18, 2025
Cambodia and China acknowledged that the Golden Dragon joint military exercise has become a symbol of military cooperation. Despite global geopolitical shifts, the ironclad friendship between the two nations remains strong. The 7th Golden Dragon joint military exercise began yesterday. Prime Minister Hun Manet said that the government has implemented national development policies to transform battlefields into zones of progress and safeguard territorial integrity. The policies have improved infrastructure and people's living conditions. INDONESIA THWART TIN SAND SMUGGLING ATTEMPT TO MALAYSIA -- JAKARTA GLOBE Indonesian authorities have foiled an attempt to smuggle approximately 20 tonnes of tin sand to Malaysia, seizing a vessel off the coast of Bangka Belitung Province and arresting its captain, police said Friday. The suspect, identified by his initials LM, 39, is a resident of the Riau Islands Province and was detained during the Thursday operation. REAL ESTATE GROUP KEEN TO INVEST IN NUSANTARA, SAYS IKN AUTHORITY -- THE JAKARTA POST The Nusantara Capital City (IKN) Authority says the Ayedh Dejem Group from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has submitted an expression of interest for investing in the commercial area of the nation's future capital in East Kalimantan. MYANMAR SAYS MYANMAR WILL COOPERATE WITH ASEAN -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR State Administration Council Chairman Senior General Min Aung Hlaing told Russia's RT News that Myanmar will fully cooperate in line with ASEAN's Charter. He said the regional bloc has noble objectives and Myanmar wish to act accordingly. FORESTS RESERVES FACE THREATS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Myanmar currently has over 1.1 million acres of mangrove forests, making it the seventh largest in the world and the third largest in Southeast Asia for mangrove coverage. But they are facing threats from deforestation, mainly due to agricultural and aquaculture development. SINGAPORE SIGNS OF FINANCIAL ABUSE AMONG THE ELDERLY IN SINGAPORE; WHY ARE THEY SO HARD TO DETECT? -- THE STRAITS TIMES Singapore's rapidly ageing population is bringing more instances of elder abuse, with financial rip-offs of older vulnerable folk becoming an issue of concern. TO SPEAK TO RUSSIAN, UKRAINIAN LEADERS ON MONDAY AFTER TALKS IN TURKEY -- CNA/AGENCIES US President Donald Trump said on Saturday (May 17) he would speak to the presidents of Russia and Ukraine on Monday following talks between the two sides at which a Ukrainian official said Moscow's negotiators voiced new demands before a ceasefire could be agreed. THAILAND 1. BMA CALLS TIME ON DISASTER DECLARATION AT COLLAPSED AUDIT OFFICE SITE -- THE NATION Bangkok authorities have officially declared an end to the state of disaster at the construction site of the new State Audit Office (SAO) building. 2. FRUIT FARMERS URGE GOVT TO RECRUIT K-POP SENSATION LISA -- BANGKOK POST Local fruit farmers have urged Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to enlist Thai K-pop sensation Lalisa "Lisa" Manobal in a campaign to promote Thai fruits to boost international sales. VIETNAM FLOW REACH RM60 BILLION IN FIRST QUARTER -- VIETNAMPLUS The Ministry of Finance announced that Vietnam attracted about RM60 (US$13.82 billion) in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first quarter of 2025. Singapore topped the investors' list, followed by China and Japan. MULLING SIMPLER CITIZENSHIP LAWS FOR FOREIGNERS -- VIETNAM NEWS The National Assembly is reviewing draft amendments to national law to ease the process for overseas Vietnamese and foreign professionals to acquire citizenship. This will favour individuals of Vietnamese descent and foreign investors, scientists and experts. -- 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
Barnama
16-05-2025
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: May 16, 2025
Cambodia and the United States held their first round of negotiations on reciprocal trade tariffs in Washington, D.C. Both parties had a frank and constructive discussion to strengthen bilateral trade and investment. The second round of talks is scheduled for June. Clergyman at the Royal Ploughing Ceremony yesterday predicted that harvests of rice, corn and beans will be bountiful this year. Based on tradition, the Royal Oxen were served with seven different foods to predict the season at the colourful event. REINFORCES 3-SIM LIMIT AMID GROWING SPAM CALL COMPLAINTS -- JAKARTA GLOBE Indonesia will reimpose a cap on the number of SIM cards registered per user in response to the growing problem of spam calls, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid announced on Thursday. 2.'PERSONAL TOUCH' ON DISPLAY FOR RETURN VISIT OF ALBANESE -- THE JAKARTA POST President Prabowo Subianto on Thursday threw a festive reception to welcome Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese back to the State Palace in Jakarta, marking their first official meeting following the latter's second-term inauguration just two days prior. LAOS CUSTOMS TRAINING CENTRE TO CURB CRIMES -- VIENTIANE TIMES The RM34 million (US$8 million) US-funded customs training centre to assist Laos tackle illegal cross-border crimes has begun. The centre will help to combat transnational crimes, including drug trafficking, wildlife smuggling and illegal cash movement. KOREA DEEPEN GREEN GROWTH PLEDGE -- VIENTIANE TIMES South Korea and Laos are partnering to advance green growth and sustainable investment through enhanced bilateral cooperation. Both governments pledged their commitment at the 2025 Korea – Laos Net-Zero Partnership Forum held in Vientiane on May 13. MYANMAR SUPPORT TO PROTECT MIGRATORY BIRDS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Biodiversity and Nature Conservation Association is engaging with local communities to identify and conserve critical migratory bird species in wetlands. The association has been trying to identify, document and conserve endangered species and their habitats in Myanmar since 2002. 2. MYANMAR SEEKS OCA'S HELP TO DEVELOP SPORTS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Myanmar discussed its sports development with the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). During the 45th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia held in Kuwait, discussions centre around Myanmar's participation in international competitions and training courses for referees and coaches. SINGAPORE KEY EXPORTS SURGE 12.4 PCT IN APRIL, MUCH MORE THAN EXPECTED -- THE STRAITS TIMES Singapore's key exports grew at a faster-than-expected pace in April, boosted by stronger shipments of both electronics and non-electronics. 2.'RISK BEING SIDELINED': US-CHINA TRADE TRUCE RAISES STAKES FOR ASEAN MEMBERS SEEKING LOWER TRUMP TARIFFS -- CNA A temporary deal struck between the United States and China on Monday (May 12) that put the brakes on an escalating trade war has raised the stakes for Southeast Asian countries trying to negotiate tariff reductions with Washington, analysts say. THAILAND 1. RESTAURANT INDUSTRY FACES CRISIS AS DOMESTIC SPENDING DROPS, CHINESE TOURISTS VANISH -- THE NATION Reports from the Department of Business Development show that over 60 per cent of new restaurants fail within the first year, a sharp rise from 40 per cent just a few years ago. 2. SENATE PANEL DEMANDS REFERENDUM ON CASINO BILL -- BANGKOK POST A Senate special committee examining the proposed casino-entertainment complex bill has called for a referendum on the controversial project, warning the draft bill may contravene the constitution if passed into law. VIETNAM 1. VIETNAM-THAI LEADERS ENJOY SOFT DIPLOMACY -- VIETNAM NEWS Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his visiting Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra experienced traditional Vietnamese handicraft products and visited a photo exhibition featuring both nations' lengthy relations. The two countries took 49 years to develop a solid bilateral foundation. MEDIA GROUPS TRADING WILDLIFE BANNED -- VIETNAM NEWS Vietnam has permanently removed 10 private social media groups involved in the illegal internet sale of wildlife from online platforms. This is part of a campaign launched by Education for Nature Vietnam to curb illegal wildlife trading. -- 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
Barnama
13-05-2025
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand, & Vietnam : May 13, 2025
Two Chinese naval vessels docked at the Ream Naval Base for the 2025 Golden Dragon joint military exercise. The seventh China and Cambodia exercise will be held in Kampong Chhnang and Preah Sihanouk provinces from May 14 to 28. Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni will preside over the Royal Ploughing Ceremony in Kampong Chhnang province on May 15. The annual ceremony will be held at the Royal Field in Kampong Chhnang Stadium located in Klang Prak Village. PM ALBANESE TO MEET PRESIDENT PRABOWO FOR KEY BILATERAL TALKS -- JAKARTA GLOBE Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will make a state visit to Indonesia this week, marking his first official trip since securing a second term. The visit, scheduled for May 14-15, is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries, particularly in the fields of economy, security, and regional cooperation. SECURITY PROTECTION FOR AGO DRAWS FLAK -- THE JAKARTA POST The Indonesian Military's (TNI) expanded deployment of personnel to provide security protection for prosecutors nationwide has once again landed the institution in hot water for stoking fears of military intervention in the judicial realm. LAOS REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH PROJECT FOR RURAL PEOPLE -- VIENTIANE TIMES Australia's RM8 million 'Reproductive Health and Sexual Rights Promotion with New Mechanisms' project will benefit over 500,000 people, including ethnic communities, in remote Bokeo and Luang Namtha provinces. They will benefit from improved access to reproductive health and sexual rights services. DRY PORT NEAR LAO-THAI MEKONG FRIENDSHIP BRIDGE -- VIENTIANE TIMES The government agreed to construct a dry port on the Lao side at the 5th Lao-Thai Mekong Friendship Bridge linking Bolikhamxay with Thailand's Beungkan province. The new dry port and the customs warehouse will enhance logistics and trade between the countries. MYANMAR HOTELS DESTROYED BY EARTHQUAKE IN MANDALAY -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Mandalay Region Hotel Entrepreneurs' Association said 16 hotels were destroyed by the deadly earthquake on March 28 in the region. Officials are still assessing the damage to the hotels. IS NOW PROTECTED FOREST -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation designated 325 acres within Tangyan Township in Shan State as the 'Nampon Protected Public Forest'. The move will help to protect teak trees and wildlife habitat in the area. SINGAPORE ECONOMIC OUTLOOK BRIGHTENS ON US-CHINA DE-ESCALATION, BUT TARIFF UNCERTAINTY REMAINS -- THE STRAITS TIMES The outlook for Singapore's export-driven economy has brightened as the world's two largest economies stepped back from a tariff war that could collapse trade between them and trigger a global recession, analysts said. STOCKS RALLY AFTER US AND CHINA PAUSE TARIFF WAR, BUT UNCERTAINTY REMAINS -- CNA/REUTERS Global stock markets surged on Monday (May 12) after the US and China agreed to slash steep tariffs for at least 90 days, tapping the brakes on a trade war between the world's two biggest economies that had fed fears of a global recession. THAILAND 1. FLOOD WARNING ISSUED FOR THALANG DISTRICT, PHUKET DUE TO HEAVY RAINS -- THE NATION Residents in Thalang district, Phuket, have been advised to remain vigilant for potential flooding due to continuous heavy rainfall on Monday. 2. BOT WARNS OF LONG PATH TO RECOVERY -- BANGKOK POST Structural problems are a key concern undermining Thailand's future growth potential, Bank of Thailand governor Sethaput Suthiwartnarueput has warned in a harrowing forecast of the country's economic future. VIETNAM HONDA VIETNAM SALES IN APRIL -- VIETNAMPLUS Honda Vietnam said its sales of motorcycle and automobile segments in April saw year-on-year increases of 6.9 per cent and 18.9 per cent respectively. The company sold 170,986 motorcycles and exported 17,953 units to various international markets last month. AIRLINES AND RUSSIAN BANK PROMOTE TIES -- VIETNAM NEWS Vietnam Airlines and Russia's state-owned VTB Bank signed a memorandum of understanding in Moscow on May 10 to enhance co-operation. Both aim to promote cultural exchanges and enhance tourism between the nations. -- 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
Barnama
28-04-2025
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Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: April 28, 2025
Prime Minister Hun Manet said Cambodia will continue to increase salaries for civil servants and workers despite the global economic crisis. Healthcare improvement, creating more jobs and providing cash assistance for pregnant women before, during, and after childbirth will continue. Cambodia and Russia will hold the 11th Session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation today via video conference. Both sides will discuss deepening ties in economy, trade and investment, science and technology. US ORDERS FOR WEST JAVA CERAMICS MAKERS AS TRADE POLICIES BITE -- JAKARTA GLOBE Ceramics producers in Purwakarta, West Java, have reported a halt in orders from the United States this year, despite multiple successful exports to the market in 2024. Local officials suspect that protectionist trade policies under US President Donald Trump's administration have led American buyers to postpone or cancel their orders. MEALS FACE SAFETY AND FUNDING OBSTACLES -- THE JAKARTA POST Almost four months into the rollout of the free nutritious meals programme, President Prabowo Subianto recently boasted about its achievements, claiming that he had heard praise from officials in other countries about the initiative's rapid expansion when compared to similar programmes in other countries. LAOS EDUCATION IMPROVING UNDER BRIDGE LAOS PROJECT -- VIENTIANE TIMES Education standards in remote areas have improved due to the implementation of the Bridge Laos Project over the past five years. This initiative is a collaboration between the Lao National Commission for UNESCO and the Korean National Commission for UNESCO, aimed at enhancing education in these regions. RED CROSS HELPED OVER 100,000 DISASTER VICTIMS -- VIENTIANE TIMES Lao Red Cross assisted over 100,000 disaster victims last year. The organisation helped people affected by extreme weather, fires and natural disasters. Its personnel also received training in humanitarian response, drinking water supply and sanitation during floods. MYANMAR UNIVERSITY TO MARK CENTENARY CELEBRATION -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Ministry of Education is planning to host the centenary celebration of Mandalay University in October this year. The university will mark its 100th anniversary on July 4, 2025. The ministry will also set out a vision for the next 100 years. SALES IMPROVE AFTER EARTHQUAKE -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Myanmar Automobile Manufacturers and Distributors Association said car sales have returned to normal after the March 28 earthquake. The two major car markets — Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw — were hit by the natural disaster but April sales have improved. SINGAPORE GOOD GOVERNMENT NEEDED TO TAKE SINGAPORE THROUGH CHANGED AND TROUBLED WORLD, SAYS SM LEE -- THE STRAITS TIMES For Singapore to have a good government in a troubled world, it is important for the country to have a good team of ministers and MPs, said Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong. GOOD GOVERNMENT NEEDS GOOD PEOPLE, DON'T PLAY DANGEROUS GAME WITH TACTICAL VOTING, SAYS SM LEE -- CNA Good government is about electing a good team into office, said Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong at the People's Action Party (PAP) rally in Jalan Kayu on Sunday (Apr 27). THAILAND 1. 4.1 QUAKE HITS NEAR NICOBAR, NO IMPACT REPORTED IN PHUKET -- THE NATION Magnitude 4.1 earthquake strikes near Nicobar Islands, India; Epicentre located over 400 kilometres from Phuket. 2. US TO STRICTLY ENFORCE ORIGIN VERIFICATION FOR EXPORTS -- BANGKOK POST The US has targeted 50-60 products for strict origin verification to prevent the circumvention of trade rules through false claims of origin for exports to the US, according to Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira. VIETNAM KEY TO BRING PEACE BUILDING -- VIETNAM NEWS Vietnam's diplomacy has been pivotal in laying the groundwork for peace, achieving national unification and normalising relations with the United States. Without the 1973 Paris Peace Accords, the landmark victory of 30 April 1975 would not have been possible. MEDIA COVERAGE OF NATIONAL REUNIFICATION -- VIETNAM NEWS About 170 foreign journalists from 39 news agencies across 17 countries, will report on the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975-2025). The celebrations will be held in Ho Chi Minh City. -- 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
