SINGAPORE
1.MORE SINGAPOREAN DEATHS THAN BIRTHS POSSIBLE BY FIRST HALF OF 2030s: PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE--THE STRAITS TIMES
In 10 years or so, there could be more funerals than baby showers to attend as the number of deaths outstrips births among Singaporeans.
2.'VERY CHALLENGING' TO DEAL WITH PARENTS WHO EXPECT IMMEDIATE RESPONSES TO MESSAGES: TEACHERS -- CNA
Most parents are reasonable and do not expect teachers to respond immediately after school hours, but some ask “silly questions” and panic when they do not receive a reply, teachers said.
CAMBODIA
1. SIHANOUKVILLE AIRPORT RECOGNISED FOR GOING GREEN -- KIRIPOST
The Airports Council International has awarded Sihanoukville International Airport Level 3 certification for its environmental commitment, reducing emissions and extending decarbonisation efforts to commercial partners. The airport introduced a slew of measures towards carbon management and reduction to achieve its green goals.
2. MYANMAR THANKS HUN SEN FOR CONDOLENCES -- FRESH NEWS
Myanmar's Senior General Min Aung Hliang thanked Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen for extending his condolences to Typhoon Yagi victims. More than 300 people lost their lives and hundreds were injured by severe floods and heavy rains in recent weeks.
MYANMAR
1. UN AGENCIES RAISE MORE FUNDS FOR FLOOD VICTIMS -- GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Myanmar and the Humanitarian Coordinator are raising additional funds to assist flood victims. Underfunded agencies, despite receiving US$4 million, need funds to help 887,000 people in 65 townships who have been affected by Typhoon Yagi.
2. PRICE OF EDIBLE FROGS DROP DUE TO HIGH SUPPLY -- GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Over supply of edible frogs has pushed down prices in the market and has fuelled brisk business for traders but the trend is likely to reverse in November and December when frogs become scarce. The increase in frog farms is adding to the growth of the business.
LAOS
1. OVER 2, OOO DELEGATES TO ATTEND ASEAN SUMMITS -- VIENTIANE
NEWS
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that about 2,000 delegates and
nearly 1,000 journalists from Laos and foreign countries are expected to
attend the 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits and related summits in Laos
from 8 to 11 October.
2. LAOS CELEBRATES VIBRANT COFFEE CULTURE -- VIENTIANE NEWS
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry will mark the International Coffee
Day under the theme “Coffee: Your Daily Ritual, Our Shared Journey” from
27-29 September. This year’s activities are supported by the Green Cup
project, a flagship initiative under the European Union’s Global Gateway.
THAILAND
1. URGENT MEETING CALLED AHEAD OF 10,000-BAHT HANDOUTS -- THE NATION
Local Administration Department seeks to ensure provincially based officials understand how to get payouts to disabled
2. DIGITAL RULES TARGET IMPORTS -- BANGKOK POST
The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) has introduced new guidelines to deal with substandard products available on digital platforms, especially the flood of imported sub
INDONESIA
1.INDONESIA FAR SHORT OF 2024 RENEWABLE ENERGY TARGET -- THE JAKARTA POST
The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry expects Indonesia to miss by a wide margin its year-end target for renewable power generating capacity. Experts blame uncompetitive prices and policies that support coal power.
2.12 INTERNATIONAL MOTOGP RIDERS TO PARTICIPATE IN MATARAM PARADE -- SEA TODAY
Mataram City is getting ready to welcome 12 of the world’s top MotoGP riders in a grand parade on Wednesday (Sept 25). This event is part of the series of activities to welcome the Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2024, which will take place at the Mandalika Circuit.
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