INDONESIA
1.VIOLENT CRACKDOWN ON PROTESTS SPARKS OUTCRY -- THE JAKARTA POST
Criticism has been mounting over the excessive use of force by security officers in their handling of nationwide protests against lawmakers’ conduct and lavish allowance, following reports of violence and forceful arrests.
2.TEN KILLED IN WEEK OF PROTESTS AND RIOTS ACROSS INDONESIA -- JAKARTA GLOBE
The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) reported on Tuesday that 10 people have died during a week of protests and riots across Indonesia since August 25.
LAOS
1.BATTER ENERGY TO IMPROVE POWER SUPPLY -- VIENTIANE TIMES
The government and private companies will conduct a feasibility study on integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems into the national grid to ensure a steady power supply. The study will explore the use of battery energy storage at industrial and commercial sites nationwide.
2. INITIATIVE TO PROTECT PRICELESS LAO HERITAGE -- VIENTIANE TIMES
China’s Lane Xang Minerals Limited Company signed an agreement with the Loa government to protect artefacts such as stone, copper, iron, pottery, crucibles, wood, bone, teeth and beads. The company returned 4,374 artefacts found within the company’s mining area.
MYANMAR
1.CHINA-MYANMAR FOCUS ON PEACE, DEVELOPMENT -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
During the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting, Myanmar and China agreed to collaborate in maintaining peace and stability along the border regions. Both governments also discussed restoring peace in Myanmar and China’s assistance to earthquake regions in the country.
2.AYEYARWADY FARMERS TO EXPAND SOYA PRODUCTION -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Farmers in the Ayeyarwady Region will increase soybean production by adopting modern agricultural practices. They also plan to expand their farm acreage to double export and meet domestic demand for soybean cake.
THE PHILIPPINES
1.'HABAGAT' TO BRING RAINS OVER PARTS OF PH -- The Philippine News Agency (PNA)
The prevailing southwest monsoon (habagat) will continue to bring rains in most parts of the country Wednesday, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said.
2.BOC SECURES 12 OF DISCAYA’S LUXURY CARS -- The Philippine News Agency (PNA)
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) has secured all 12 luxury vehicles which were subject of a search warrant at the residence of the Discaya family in Pasig City.
THAILAND
1. SORAWONG SAYS GOVERNMENT CHANGE WILL NOT AFFECT BIDDING RO HOST FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX -- THE NATION
Caretaker Minister Sorawong assures that government change will not affect Thailand's bid to host the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Bangkok in 2028.
2. RICE FARMERS TO GET FINANCIAL AID IN DAYS -- BANGKOK POST
Millions of rice farmers nationwide are set to receive government funding this week as part of the 1,000-baht-per-rai agricultural support programme.
VIETNAM
1.VIETNAM’S LOYAL SUPPORT FOR PALESTINE -- VIETNAMPLUS
Vietnam expressed its continued support for Palestine and the Palestine Liberation Organisation. It is firm in supporting the Palestinian people’s struggle and the two-state solution, and wants the humanitarian suffering in Gaza to end soon.
2.VIETNAM-LAOS TO BUILD STRONG CONNECTIVITY -- VIETNAMPLUS
Vietnam and Laos vowed to deepen their existing bilateral ties, with a focus on enhancing economic infrastructure connectivity. The traditional partners have established a strong partnership in politics, defence, and security issues.
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