CAMBODIA
1. WIDENING TRADE TIES WITH US -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE
Cambodia and the United States (US) are exploring ways to deepen their bilateral partnership. Both governments exchanged views on expanding cooperation in trade and economic affairs, security and defence, and addressing transnational crime.
2. INDONESIAN SUPPORT TO CURB TRANSNATIONAL CRIMES -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESS
Cambodia and Indonesia will cooperate to halt cross-border criminal networks, targeting cyber-scams, human trafficking and narcotics distribution. International cooperation is vital in tackling complex digital fraud.
INDONESIA
1. INDONESIAN GOVT PLANS OVERHAUL OF STATE, REGIONAL FIRMS -- ANTARA
Indonesia is preparing a sweeping overhaul of state and regional enterprises to tighten governance, shore up public finances and refocus companies on core public interests, a senior official said, underscoring President Prabowo Subianto’s push to clean up mismanagement.
2. INDONESIA SAYS GAZA BOARD ROLE NOT BACKING ISRAEL -- ANTARA
Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry said Thursday that joining the US-initiated Board of Peace for Gaza does not signal recognition of Israel or support for its actions, reaffirming Jakarta’s longstanding backing of Palestinian independence.
MYANMAR
1. MYITSONE POWER PROJECT TO BE GAME CHANGER -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The proposed Ayeyarwady Myitsone-Upstream Hydropower Project, once completed, will be able to meet the country’s electricity demand. Besides, the project could create jobs for locals and contribute to socioeconomic development.
2. CREATING FOOTWEAR PRODUCTION HUB -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
A footwear industrial district will be established in Twantay Township in Yangon to centralise manufacturing to boost the industry. There are currently about 40,000 shoe entrepreneurs, including home-based sole traders.
PHILIPPINES
1. SHEAR LINE, ‘AMIHAN’ TO CONTINUE TO DAMPEN PARTS OF PH -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY (PNA)
The shear line and the northeast monsoon or “amihan” will continue to bring rains over parts of the country, the weather bureau said Saturday.
2. LEASING BUSINESS TO BOOST ALI GROWTH THIS YEAR -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY (PNA)
Publicly-listed Ayala Land, Inc. (ALI) is banking on its leasing business to drive growth this year, citing the oversupply for the middle-income market in the National Capital Region, as well as the availability of spaces after the renovation of several malls.
SINGAPORE
1. PARF CUTS MAY HAVE SPOOKED LUXURY CAR BUYERS, DRAGGING DOWN HIGH-END COE PREMIUMS: ANALYSTS -- CNA
Certificate of Entitlement (COE) prices on Friday were largely unmoved by the sweeping cuts to car scrapping rebates announced in Budget 2026, with one notable exception - luxury car buyers.
2. 59 MOTORISTS PUNISHED FOR TRAFFIC OFFENCES INCLUDING QUEUE JUMPING AT WOODLANDS CHECKPOINT -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Nearly 60 motorists were punished at the Woodlands Checkpoint during the recent festive period for dangerous driving and breaking a slew of traffic rules, including queue jumping and crossing double white lines.
VIETNAM
1. WORLD LARGEST STADIUM GAINING ATTENTION -- VIETNAMPLUS
Vietnam's Trong Dong, a bronze drum-shaped stadium, is attracting attention from the global sports community. Once completed in 2028, it will become the world's largest stadium, with a seating capacity of 135,000.
2. NEW RULE FOR AI DIGITAL PAYMENT SYSTEMS -- VIETNAMPLUS
The State Bank of Vietnam has tightened oversight of artificial intelligence (AI) in the banking sector. Lenders and e-wallet providers must inform customers in advance when AI systems are used for communications.
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