Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Feb 7, 2026

CAMBODIA

 1. YOUTH CULTURAL HERITAGE EVENT -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE

The iconic Giant Puppet Parade for children will be held in Siem Reap on Feb 21. The night procession, accompanied by musicians and street performers, will showcase Cambodia’s rich cultural and natural heritage.

2. CAMBODIA, LAOS, VIETNAM FORGE UNITY PACT -- FRESH NEWS 

Leaders of the ruling parties of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam have agreed to expand cooperation following the Trilateral Party Summit held yesterday. They focused on deeper cooperation across diplomatic, political, economic, trade and defence sectors.

INDONESIA

1. NEW BALI TOURISM POLICE STATION LAUNCHED TO PROTECT TOURISTS -- ANTARA

The newly inaugurated Bali Tourism Police Station is aimed at strengthening tourist protection and Bali’s image as a world-class destination, according to Bali Regional Police Chief Inspector General Daniel Adityajaya.

2. INDONESIA AIMS TO DRAW MORE INDIAN TOURISTS AT OTM 2026 -- ANTARA

Indonesia is seeking to attract more Indian travelers by participating in the Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) from Feb. 5–7 at Mumbai’s Jio World Convention Centre.  

MYANMAR

1. EFFORTS TO RAISE NATIONAL LITERACY LEVEL -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR 

The 2024 population and housing census showed that although over 90 per cent of the country’s population is literate, most have only completed basic primary education, while few have received secondary or university-level education.

2. YANGON, MANDALAY HOSTING PRESIDENT TROPHY GOLF -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR 

The 2026 President Trophy Golf Tournaments will be held in Yangon and Mandalay during February and March 2026. The Myanmar Golf Federation is organising the event, which includes Junior, Tour Pro, Senior Pro and Amateur competitions. 

PHILIPPINES

1. BASYANG WEAKENS INTO LPA; SHEAR LINE TO AFFECT PH -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

Tropical Storm Basyang (international name Penha) has weakened into a low-pressure area (LPA) while moving west-northwestward over the Sulu Sea, the weather bureau said in its 5 a.m. bulletin said on Saturday.

2. EALA-TJEN BOWS OUT OF ABU DHABI OPEN -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

Filipino Alexandra Eala and Indonesian Janice Tjen lost to fourth seeds Tereza Mihalikova of Slovakia and Olivia Nicholls of Great Britain, 4-6, 2-6, in the WTA 500 Abu Dhabi Open doubles semifinals Friday night at Zayed Sports City International Tennis Centre in United Arab Emirates.  

SINGAPORE

 1. SHANMUGAM LAUNCHES NEW BOOK, SAYS IT PROVIDES A DATA POINT AND PERSPECTIVE FOR FUTURE HISTORIANS -- CNA

Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam launched his new book on Friday, saying that it provides a data point and perspective for future historians.

2. SINGAPORE AIRSHOW DRAWS RECORD 65,000 TRADE VISITORS IN 4 DAYS; NEXT RUN SET FOR FEB 15-20, 2028 --  THE STRAITS TIMES

Some 65,000 trade visitors attended the first four days of the Singapore Airshow, an all-time high, said organiser Experia Events, as South-east Asia continues to be one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation sectors.

THAILAND

1. THAILAND WEATHER: STRONG COLD FRONT AND STORMS EXPECTED FROM FEBRUARY 8-11 -- THE NATION

From February 8 to 11, 2026, a moderate to strong high-pressure system, or cold air mass, from China will cover the upper parts of Thailand, leading to thunderstorms initially, followed by a decrease in temperature and strong winds.

2. THAI STOCKS SET TO SURGE AFTER ELECTION -- BANGKOK POST

The Thai stock market is likely to test the 1,400-point range after the general election on Sunday, lifted by economic stimulus policies, improving investor confidence, and a gradual return of fund flows, according to the Association of Investment Management Companies (AIMC).

 VIETNAM

1. REVAMPING ENERGY MASTER PLAN -- VIETNAMPLUS

Vietnam is updating its national energy master plan for 2021-30 with a vision to 2050, to ensure energy security. These adjustments are needed to meet the rising economic growth and rapid technological advances.

2. SEAFOOD SCARCITY AHEAD OF NEW YEAR -- VIETNAM NEWS 

Ho Chi Minh City’s seafood processing businesses are facing raw material shortages just before the forthcoming Lunar New Year. Productions are forced to cut down despite plenty of local and foreign orders. 

-- BERNAMA