INDONESIA
1.PRABOWO CALLS FOR UNITY AMID UNCERTAIN OUTLOOK -- THE JAKARTA POST
President Prabowo Subianto has urged leaders of Asia-Pacific nations to stay united and uphold multilateral cooperation amid rising protectionism and global uncertainties, stressing the need to rebuild trust as global economic stability hangs in a fragile balance.
2.INVESTORS STAY AWAY FROM BALI’S GILIMANUK TOLL PROJECT, MINISTER SAYS -- JAKARTA GLOBE
The planned Gilimanuk-Mengwi toll road project in Bali has failed to draw investor interest, causing repeated delays, Public Works and Housing Minister Dody Hanggodo said on Friday.
MYANMAR
1.HIGH PALM OIL PRICES TROUBLE LOCAL MARKET -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Myanmar authorities are monitoring palm oil prices in Malaysia and Indonesia to determine the weekly wholesale market rate. As the current price is too high, consumers are advised against purchasing the oil and should report any complaints to the authorities.
2.NO NIGHT ARRIVALS AT YANGON AIRPORT -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The Yangon International Airport will temporarily close from midnight to 6 AM for maintenance from October 29 to January 1 of next year. Passengers are advised to verify their flight schedules before boarding, as there will be changes.
PHILIPPINES
1.LPA, ITCZ TO DAMPEN PARTS OF PH ON UNDAS - PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY
The low-pressure area (LPA) embedded along the intertropical convergence zone (ITCZ) will bring rans over parts of the country as Filipinos troop to the cemeteries to visit their departed loved ones on Saturday, according to the weather bureau.
2.ROS, MAGNOLIA JOIN 4-WAY TIE AT TOP AFTER HALLOWEEN WINS-- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY
Rain or Shine and Magnolia needed to overcome some Halloween frights from their opponents to notch wins in the PBA Philippine Cup at the Ynares Center in Antipolo City on Friday.
SINGAPORE
1.APEC LEADERSHIP NEEDED TO REFORM WTO, KEEP IT RELEVANT: PM WONG -- THE STRAITS TIMES
The collective leadership of Apec’s 21 economies is needed to reform and strengthen the World Trade Organisation (WTO) so that it stays effective and relevant, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said at the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit.
2.MOM INVESTIGATING TWELVE CUPCAKES FOR POTENTIAL BREACHES OF EMPLOYMENT ACT -- CNA
Bakery chain Twelve Cupcakes is being investigated for non-payment of salaries and other potential breaches of the Employment Act, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and the CPF Board said on Friday (Oct 31).
THAILAND
1. BTS GROUP CONSIDERS GREEN LINE CONCESSION BUYBACK AFTER BACKING NEW FLAT FARE -- THE NATION
Chairman Keeree Kanjanapas estimates a 50 billion baht cost for the government to nationalise the Bangkok rail system ahead of the 2029 expiry.
2. BMA READY FOR MASSES TO PAY HOMAGE TO LATE QUEEN -- BANGKOK POST
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) has made comprehensive preparations to accommodate the large number of people expected to pay their respects to the body of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother at the Grand Palace on Nov 9.
VIETNAM
1.STRICT HYGIENE RULES FOR FOOD VENDORS -- VIETNAM NEWS
The Health Ministry is proposing new regulations to raise food safety standards among street food vendors. Properly displaying food, covering food to prevent dust and pests and using gloves when handling cooked food will be made mandatory.
2.SWIFT AID FOR FLOOD VICTIMS IN CENTRAL REGION -- VIETNAMPLUS
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has directed ministries to channel aid quickly to help central localities that were badly affected by recent heavy rains and flooding. Storms have devastated properties and the livelihoods of people in the region.
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