INDONESIA
1.’MIGHT CANNOT BE RIGHT’, PRABOWO TELLS UNGA -- THE JAKARTA POST
President Prabowo Subianto stressed Indonesia’s commitment to multilateralism, peace and a two-state solution for Palestine during his debut appearance at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), delivering a fiery 19-minute speech that analysts saw as an attempt to position himself as a friend-for-all on the world stage.
2. SHELL, BP, OTHERS ASKED TO SUBMIT DEMAND AFTER PERTAMINA’S FUEL SHIPMENT ARRIVES -- JAKARTA GLOBE
A tanker carrying base fuel imported by Pertamina arrived in Jakarta on Wednesday, marking the first shipment since the government appointed the state-owned energy company as the country’s sole fuel importer. Private retailers such as Shell, BP, Vivo, AKR, and ExxonMobil are now required to source their imported fuel supplies exclusively through Pertamina.
LAOS
1. BUILDING CARBON MARKET READINESS -- VIENTIANE TIMES
The government and the private sector are discussing building carbon market readiness, unlocking investments and integrating clean energy technologies. Overcoming investment barriers in carbon and energy sectors and scaling up financing were discussed.
2. LAO-RUSSIA TO RAISE JUDICIAL STANDARDS -- VIENTIANE TIMES
Lao and Russia plan to sign an agreement to raise the standards of the judicial system. The agreement will help increase the standards among court judges and judicial officials in the management of cases.
MYANMAR
1. PULSES EXPORTS TO TOUCH RM6.3 BILLION -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Myanmar is expected to earn RM6.3 billion (US$1.5 billion) by exporting 1.8 million metric tonnes of pulses in the current financial year 2025-2026. India will import 250,000 metric tonnes of black grams and 100,000 tonnes of pigeon peas.
2. STRATEGY TO DOUBLE FARM EXPORT REVENUE -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
During the conclusion of the Mekong-Lanchang meeting on agriculture, Myanmar highlighted that its national export strategy is to double export earnings by focusing on key crops such as rice, maize, pigeon peas and fishery products.
PHILIPPINES
1. MARCOS ORDERS FULL GOV’T SUPPORT FOR ‘THRILLA IN MANILA’ 50TH YEAR -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. directed all government agencies to support the Philippine Sports Commission in leading the nationwide celebration of the 50th anniversary of the “Thrilla in Manila,” the historic 1975 heavyweight boxing clash between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier.
2. OVER 1.1K PASSENGERS, 12 ROROS STRANDED IN 6 BICOL PORTS -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY
More than 1,000 passengers are stranded in six ports in the Bicol Region due to Severe Tropical Storm Opong (international name Bualoi), the Philippine Coast Guard in Bicol (PCG-5) said on Thursday.
SINGAPORE
1.PM CALLS ON S’POREANS TO SHAPE NATION’S FUTURE TOGETHER, ASSURES YOUNG PEOPLE THEY WILL NOT BE LEFT OUT -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Singaporeans can expect more to be done to enhance social mobility, build a vibrant economy and strengthen solidarity, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in his maiden speech in the 15th Parliament on Sept 24.
2. SINGAPORE GOVERNMENT AIMS TO KEEP SOCIAL MOBILITY ALIVE, STRENGTHEN SAFETY NETS AND DEEPEN SOLIDARITY: PM WONG -- CNA
The Singapore government aims to keep social mobility alive, strengthen safety nets and deepen a sense of solidarity to build a country with youth and future generations in mind, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Wednesday (Sep 24).
THAILAND
1. DUSIT DISTRICT CLOSES TRAFFIC AFTER MAJOR ROAD COLLAPSE NEAR VAJIRA HOSPITAL -- THE NATION
Dusit district shuts Samsen Road after severe road subsidence near Vajira Hospital, disrupting utilities and causing heavy traffic on Krung Thon Bridge.
2. HOUSE PANEL PROBES CITIZENSHIP BRIBES -- BANGKOK POST
The House Committee on Local Administration is investigating allegations of bribery in the citizenship registration process, with a committee member saying there is strong evidence in at least five cases
VIETNAM
1. HO CHI MINH PLANS BICYCLE FRIENDLY CITY -- VIETNAMPLUS
Ho Chi Minh City is planning its first dedicated bicycle lane to promote green transportation, reduce traffic congestion and curb environmental pollution. It will invest RM2 million (US$480,000) to create a 5.7-kilometre lane for cyclists.
2. UPGRADING CA MAU AIRPORT TO BEGIN IN OCTOBER -- VIETNAMPLUS
The Ca Mau Airport will be closed from next month to October 2026 for major expansion works. The project will include construction of a new runway, taxiways, a southern aircraft apron and expansion of the passenger terminal.
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