SINGAPORE
1.BEWARE PHISHING SCAMS INVOLVING ONLINE ADS FOR CHEAP EZ-LINK CARDS WITH UNLIMITED TRAVEL: POLICE - THE STRAITS TIMES
People have lost at least $59,000 since Aug 1 to scams involving the online sale of ez-link cards, with the police warning the public to be careful of such ruses.
2.SMALLER CHINESE EV BRANDS CHIP AWAY AT BYD'S DOMINANCE IN SINGAPORE - CNA
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) sales in Singapore have surged past last year’s total in just seven months, with lesser-known brands steadily chipping away at market leader BYD’s dominance.
CAMBODIA
1.UK SUPPORT TO IMPROVE REGULATORY SYSTEMS - FRESH NEWS
The United Kingdom (UK) and Cambodia formalised a partnership to strengthen the Kingdom's regulatory framework. As part of the UK-ASEAN Economic Integration Programme, it aims to foster sustainable economic growth.
2.FREE BUSES FOR ANCESTORS DAY CEREMONY - AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE
The government announced that 497 buses will be available free of charge to transport citizens between Phnom Penh and their hometowns during the upcoming Pchum Ben ceremony. The buses will operate along seven major routes for six days.
LAOS
1.ARTISANS DISPLAY JEWELLERY MAKING SKILLS - VIENTIANE TIMES
The recently concluded inaugural Lao Gold Festival 2025 in Vientiane showcased local craftsmanship in designing modern jewellery by preserving Laos' rich heritage. The platform provided artisans with an opportunity to showcase their creative talents.
2.LUANG PRABANG RING ROAD FEASIBILITY STUDY - VIENTIANE TIMES
Luang Prabang authorities will conduct a feasibility study to construct an 80-kilometre ring road and a bridge across the Mekong River to solve traffic congestion. The study will include a survey, design, cost estimation, technical assessments and environmental and social impact.
MYANMAR
1.EXPANDING FOREST COVER IN NAY PYI TAW - THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Families of military officers planted over 180,000 saplings near Yezin Dam in Nay Pyi Taw to expand forest cover. About 208,425 trees have been planted during 44 planting events from 2011 to 2025.
2.CHARTING PLANS TO DRIVE DEVELOPMENT - THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
An inter-ministerial meeting was held to develop national strategies for the 2026-2027 financial year. Policy makers discussed the state’s vision, avoiding wastage of funds and drawing suitable plans to meet local and national development goals.
VIETNAM
1.ENGAGING PRIVATE SECTOR FOR NATION BUILDING - VIETNAMPLUS
The Vietnam Private Economic Landscape model was launched in Hanoi yesterday to allow the private sector to drive the country’s development. It will provide a platform for state agencies and private entities to collaborate.
2. MIXED MARTIAL ARTS CONTEST TO SHOWCASE LOCAL FIGHTERS - VIETNAMPLUS
The mixed martial arts Lion Championship 26 will be held at Tay Ho Gymnasium in Hanoi on September 13. The event will expose Vietnam’s elite fighters against formidable international opponents.
INDONESIA
1.GOVT TO PARK US$12 BLN IN SOE BANKS TO FUEL CREDIT GROWTH - THE JAKARTA POST
The government has announced plans to shift some state deposits from the central bank to commercial banks to allow for more loan disbursements and thereby invigorate private sector activity in a bid to achieve six per cent gross domestic product growth.
2.PERTAMINA TO SPIN OFF NON-CORE SUBSIDIARIES, INCLUDING PELITA AIR - JAKARTA GLOBE
Indonesia’s state energy giant Pertamina is preparing to spin off several subsidiaries outside its core oil, gas, and renewable energy businesses, including airline Pelita Air, Chief Executive Officer Simon Aloysius Mantiri said on Thursday.
THE PHILIPPINES
1.DA SEES RICE PRICES STAYING STABLE DESPITE IMPORT BAN - THE PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY (PNA)
The Department of Agriculture (DA) on Thursday expressed confidence that retail rice prices will remain at “controlled levels,” or even decline further, during the “ber” months despite the government’s 60-day rice import ban that took effect on Sept. 1.
2.PBBM INSTITUTIONALISES SHIFT TO E-GOVERNANCE - THE PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY (PNA)
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed a law institutionalising the transition to e-governance to foster a digitally empowered and integrated government through a regulated, secure, and robust information and communications technology (ICT).
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