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Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: May 25, 2025
The government is set to reintroduce electricity bill discounts for low-power households starting June 5, as part of a broader stimulus package aimed at boosting purchasing power. The Indonesian government announced a package of economic stimuli to boost people's purchasing power in the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, including a 50-per cent electricity discount for 79.3 million households in June and July. PREVENTIVE ACTION AS MONSOON LOOMS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The Health Ministry is stepping up efforts on the prevention and control of respiratory infectious diseases that are prevalent during the monsoon season and COVID-19 preventive measures. Surveillance at airports, seaports and border camps has been enhanced. AGRI AND LIVESTOCK EXPORTS TO BOOST ECONOMY -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The government is encouraging citizens to prioritise agricultural and livestock production for exports. These sectors can generate income and improve the socioeconomic conditions. Bamboo pulp, consumer products made from bamboo and food products have export potentials. SINGAPORE 1. SPOTLIGHT ON BILLIONAIRES AND TYCOONS WHO CHOSE SINGAPORE TO SET UP THEIR FOUNDATIONS FOR CHARITY WORK -- THE STRAITS TIMES Some of the richest people in the world, such as American hedge fund billionaire Ray Dalio, Indonesian coal king Low Tuck Kwong and Brazil-born Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, have set up foundations in Singapore to give to charitable causes in the past three years. TRUMP TARIFFS, ASEAN SUMMIT TO PRIORITISE NEW TRADE LINKS WITH OTHER POWERS: ANALYSTS -- CNA Diversification is likely to be the underlying theme at the upcoming 46th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit, as the bloc seeks new partnerships and closer ties with other major powers to cushion the impact from United States President Donald Trump's tariffs and isolationist policies, analysts say. THAILAND 1. MAE SAI FLOODING: MILITARY REINFORCES FLOOD BARRIERS, CLEARS DEBRIS UNDER THAI-MYANMAR FRIENDSHIP BRIDGE -- THE NATION Residents of Mae Sai and nearby areas are urged to stay vigilant and monitor updates from the authorities as the situation remains fluid and further rain is expected. 2. AI CAMERAS NET SUSPECTS IN TOURISTS HOT SPOTS MOMENTS AFTER THEIR DETECTION -- BANGKOK POST Tourism police have deployed AI-powered surveillance cameras at hot spots nationwide, resulting in nearly 200 arrests since July 2024. VIETNAM ONLINE GAMBLING GANG CRIPPLED -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnamese and Lao police have smashed a major cross-border illegal online gambling syndicate involved in about RM210 million (US$50 million) worth of bets. Nearly 30 Vietnamese suspects involved in operating gambling websites and online betting platforms were detained. MANGOES DOMINATE CHINESE MARKET -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnamese mangoes managed to capture 97 per cent of China's mango import market share in the first quarter of this year. This achievement was largely due to competitive pricing, maintaining consistent quality and timely supply. -- 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
24-05-2025
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Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: May 24, 2025
The government is moving at full speed to prepare for the launch of President Prabowo Subianto's flagship education initiative, Sekolah Rakyat (community school), which aims to provide free boarding school education to underprivileged children from elementary to secondary levels. RACES AGAINST TIME TO LAUNCH SEKOLAH RAKYAT -- THE JAKARTA POST Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia dismissed claims that Shell's sale of its entire fuel retail network in Indonesia reflects a worsening investment climate in the country's energy sector. Shell confirmed the sale of about 200 gas stations, including 160 company-owned sites, to a joint venture between Citadel Pacific Limited and Indonesia's Sefas Group. EXIT FROM INDONESIA FUEL RETAIL NOT A SIGN OF ENERGY SECTOR DECLINE, SAYS MINISTER -- JAKARTA GLOBE VOTING FOR ERROR-FREE POLLS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Electronic voting machines will be deployed to reduce electoral errors during the planned election at the end of this year. Electronic voting is necessary to hold a multiparty democratic general election. After the elections, regional and state legislative bodies will be elected. COOPERATION ON BIOSECURITY -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Russia-Myanmar held talks on biosecurity cooperation in Moscow. Officials discussed global and Asia-Pacific regional efforts to lessen biological threats and infectious diseases rising from humans, animals, plants, genetically modified crops and biological products. SINGAPORE GOVT'S TOP PRIORITY IS TO SECURE FOR SINGAPORE AN ASSURED PLACE IN A CHANGED WORLD: PM WONG -- THE STRAITS TIMES The new Government's first priority is to secure for Singapore an assured place in a changed world, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. WONG'S NEW GOVERNMENT TO PRIORITISE SECURING SINGAPORE'S PLACE IN A 'CHANGED WORLD' -- CNA Securing Singapore an assured place in a 'changed world' is a key priority for the country's next term of government, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Friday (May 23) as his new Cabinet was sworn in. THAILAND 1. DTAM APPROVES LIMITS ON CANNABIS FLOWER SALES TO PRESCRIPTIONS -- THE NATION The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM) has approved revised cannabis regulations, permitting the sale of cannabis flowers strictly for medical use with a valid prescription. 2. CASINO BILL SEEN AS 'TOP PRIORITY' -- BANGKOK POST The government's casino-entertainment complex bill will top the agenda when parliament convenes in July, Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat said. VIETNAM TRANSPORT SECTOR SEES STRONG GROWTH -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnam's air transport segment has grown significantly over the past decade. The International Air Transport Association said Vietnam rose from the 11th largest air passenger market in the Asia-Pacific region in 2014 to the eighth largest in 2024. EXPORTERS TOLD TO PENETRATE GLOBAL MARKET -- VIETNAMPLUS Vietnam's pepper exporters have been told to tap into the global market as there is a shortage and rising demand for high-quality farm products. Increasing volume, strengthening brand identity and offering value-added products are important to capture global market share. -- 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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05-05-2025
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Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore & Vietnam: May 5, 2025
The Indonesian Military (TNI) faces bubbling tensions after calls for the impeachment of Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka led to an attempt to reshuffle the roster of high-ranking officers, potentially exposing a political rift previously not seen in an otherwise disciplined institution. President Prabowo Subianto announced on Sunday that the Indonesian government plans to establish an 'Indonesian village' in Saudi Arabia to accommodate Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. The proposal has reportedly received a positive response from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The groundbreaking ceremony for the RM1.5 billion (US$360 million) Nam Neun 1 Hydropower Project was held in Xieng Khuang on April 29. The plant will have an installed capacity of 124 megawatts and is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2028. 2. NATIONAL GOAL TO BANISH MALARIA BY 2030 -- VIENTIANE TIMES Laos targets eliminating malaria by 2030. Due to improved testing, treatment, and surveillance, cases declined from about 462,000 in 1997 to over 2,300 in 2022. Health officials acknowledged that funding, regional cooperation, and innovation are vital to achieving the goal. MYANMAR 1. HOME-MADE ELECTRONIC VOTING MACHINE TESTED -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR A locally produced Myanmar Electronic Voting Machine was tested in Kachin State yesterday. Voters had a chance to experience the machine, the first of its kind to be used in Myanmar's electoral history. 2. LONG-TERM PLANS FOR GAS PRODUCTION TO MEET SUPPLY -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The government is assessing gas production capacity to prevent sudden spikes in domestic demand and ensure adequate market supply. Effective planning is crucial since oil and gas exploration and production involve significant capital and risks. SINGAPORE LEADERS PLEDGE TO DRAW LESSONS FROM GE2025, FOCUS ON UNITY AND GLOBAL RISKS -- THE STRAITS TIMES A day after the PAP was returned to power with 65.57 per cent of the vote, its elected leaders said the country must draw lessons from the general election, remain united, and stay alert to the risks and uncertainties in the external environment. 'HUMBLING' TO HAVE RECEIVED STRONG SUPPORT, SAYS DESMOND LEE AS PAP TEAMS THANK SUPPORTERS -- CNA Although the last results of the General Election came in well after midnight, MPs-elect had already hit the ground running on Sunday (May 4) morning, eagerly thanking residents for their support. VIETNAM 1. PARTY LEADER CALLS FOR INSTITUTIONAL CHANGES - - VIETNAMPLUS Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee's General Secretary To Lam said improvements in institutions and laws must continue to achieve high economic growth. Institutional changes are vital to unleashing productive forces, unlocking all available resources, and harnessing the country's potential. 2. VIETNAMESE EV MAKER SECURES MILLION DOLLAR LOAN - - VIETNAMPLUS Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) maker VinFast has secured a long-term syndicated loan agreement worth about RM800 million (US$190 million) from two Indonesian banks to finance the construction of its EV plant in Indonesia. -- 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
