INDONESIA
1.INDONESIA TO BEGIN CRUDE OIL IMPORTS FROM THE US IN DECEMBER -- JAKARTA GLOBE
Indonesia will begin importing crude oil from the United States starting in December as part of a bilateral trade arrangement linked to tariff reductions agreed under the Donald Trump administration, Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said on Tuesday.
2.HOUSE HASTILY PASSES NEW CRIMINAL PROCEDURE LAW -- THE JAKARTA POST
The House of Representatives has passed the Criminal Law Procedures Code (KUHAP) bill into law despite mounting pushback from civil society groups over some provisions they fear could pave the way for abuse of power.
LAOS
1.GOVT ROLLS OUT RM42 BILLION ELECTRICITY SUBSIDY -- VIENTIANE TIMES
The government will provide subsidy of about RM42 (US$10 million) to reduce household electricity bills from September to December 2025 for consumers using up to 300 kWh a month. The move is to ease financial pressure on low-income families.
2.ANTI-NARCOTIC DRIVE SHOWING SUCCESS -- VIENTIANE TIMES
Laos has recorded significant success in combating narcotic trafficking by solving more than 7,000 drug-related cases and seizing huge quantities of illegal substances over the past 22 months. About 11,000 suspects, including women and foreigners, were detained.
MYANMAR
1.ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVES LINK MAJOR CITIES -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Battery-powered electric locomotives with air-conditioned carriages will ply the Nay Pyi Taw-Mandalay route starting from November 22. The upgrade is to ensure smooth transport for commuters and enhance the quality of train service.
2.MONSOON PADDY HARVEST BRINGS HIGH YIELD -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The Yangon Region Agriculture Department announced that about 284,000 acres of monsoon paddy were harvested in the region this season. Farmers are preparing to cultivate winter crops, green gram, mung bean, and edible oil crops.
PHILIPPINES
1.RAINS FORECAST IN MOST OF PH -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY
Most areas in the country will still experience rains caused by several weather systems on Wednesday, according to the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA).
2.AMERICARES PH EXTENDS PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT FOR CEBU QUAKE SURVIVORS -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY
Health-focused development organisation Americares Philippines will continue providing psychological support to residents still coping with trauma from the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu on Sept 30.
SINGAPORE
1.LEAVING BORDER CAMPS FOR ORCHARDS, MYANMAR REFUGEES JOIN THAI WORKFORCE -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Tun Min Lat climbs a bamboo ladder in the longan orchards of eastern Thailand, moving from tree to tree as he plucks the juicy tropical fruit in the sweltering heat of a November morning.
2.AUSTRALIA WILL NOT VETO TURKEY'S COP31 SUMMIT BID, ALBANESE SAYS -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Australia will not oppose a successful Turkish bid to host next year's COP31 climate summit, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, warning a prolonged standoff over hosting rights could undermine unity required to help the Pacific island nations.
THAILAND
1. CARGO TUGBOAT CRASHES INTO RIVERSIDE HOMES ON CHAO PHRAYA -- THE NATION A cargo tugboat crashed into riverside homes on the Chao Phraya River in Nonthaburi, destroying three houses as the helmsman blamed a steering failure.
2. PHEU THAI APPOINTS STRATEGIC CHIEF -- BANGKOK POST The Pheu Thai Party has appointed veteran politician Chaturon Chaisang as head of its strategic committee, which is tasked with strengthening policy and positioning the party as a strong contender in the upcoming general election.
VIETNAM
1.E10 BIOFUEL TO ENTER MARKET NEXT JUNE -- VIETNAMPLUS
Vietnam will introduce E10 biofuel nationwide starting June 2026 to ensure clean energy and protect consumer rights. All unleaded gasoline will be converted to E10 - a blend of gasoline containing 10 per cent ethanol.
2.FDI FLOW HIT RM133 BILLION THIS YEAR -- VIETNAMPLUS
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam reached RM133 billion (US$32 billion) in the first 10 months of this year. This is largely driven by the robust mergers and acquisitions segment, supported by an improved investment environment.
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