Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore & Vietnam: March 2, 2026

CAMBODIA

1.ASEM KEY FOR PROMOTING PEACE -- FRESH NEWS 

The Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) remains more relevant in the changing global landscape, with rising transboundary challenges, including climate change, digital transformation, public health issues and sustainable development.

2.CAMBODIA CALLS FOR MIDDLE EAST PEACE -- FRESH NEWS 

Cambodia has expressed concern about the military tensions in the Middle East. The government wants all parties to exercise maximum restraint to avoid further escalation that would harm civilian lives and undermine peace.

INDONESIA 

1.INDONESIA CALLS FOR CAUTION ON MIDEAST FLIGHTS -- ANTARA

Indonesia's Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi has urged airlines operating to or transiting through the Middle East to heighten vigilance amid escalating tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran.

2.INDONESIA MONITORS 58,873 UMRAH PILGRIMS AMID MIDEAST TENSIONS -- ANTARA

The government is closely monitoring 58,873 Indonesian umrah pilgrims in Saudi Arabia following escalating security tensions in the Middle East that have disrupted flight schedules, an official said on Sunday.

LAOS

1.ENSURING SMOOTH CITY TRAFFIC FLOW -- VIENTIANE TIMES 

Authorities have deployed 145 traffic police across Vientiane to help drivers adjust to changes in traffic flow after the introduction of the Bus Rapid Transit system. It will ensure a smooth traffic flow and minimise accidents.

2.GOLDEN TRIANGLE REVENUE DIPS -- VIENTIANE TIMES

The Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone revenue collection slumped almost 49 per cent last year due to business closures and weak tax compliance. Nearly one-third of the registered businesses have ceased operations.  

MYANMAR

1.BANANA EXPORTS TO CHINA CONTINUES -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR  

More than 157,000 metric tonnes of tissue-cultured bananas were exported to China between April last year and January via Kachin State. Fifteen approved companies are currently exporting the fruit.

2.SOLAR ENERGY FOR SMALL BUSINESS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

The SEC Solar Energy company and UAB Bank signed a memorandum of understanding to assist small enterprises in using solar energy. It will help address unstable electricity supply,  reduce operating costs, increase productivity and contribute to environmental sustainability.

PHILIPPINES

1.PAL, CEBU PACIFIC CANCEL 10 MIDDLE EAST FLIGHTS MARCH 2 -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY Local carriers Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Cebu Pacific (CEB) have canceled 10 flights scheduled for Monday due to rising tensions in the Middle East.

2.PBBM CONFIRMS 1ST FILIPINO FATALITY IN MIDEAST CONFLICT, VOWS AID -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Sunday night confirmed the first reported Filipino casualty in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

SINGAPORE

1. SINGAPOREANS IN UAE HEAR EXPLOSIONS, FEEL TREMORS FROM MISSILE STRIKES -- CNA

Singaporeans living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have described hearing explosions and feeling tremors from missile and drone strikes, as they shelter in their homes and await further updates.

2. NEW TOOL LETS SINGAPOREANS CHECK THE NUMBER OF POSTPAID SIM CARDS REGISTERED IN THEIR NAME --  THE STRAITS TIMES

Mobile phone users can now check the number of postpaid SIM cards registered under their names using a new tool launched to combat scammers.

VIETNAM

1.FLIGHT SAFETY MAIN PRIORITY AMID TURMOIL -- VIETNAM NEWS 

The Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam is stressing absolute flight safety, maintaining uninterrupted air transport services and minimising risks to passengers and carriers amid the ongoing Middle East tensions. 

2.FAKE DRIVING LICENCE RACKET SMASHED -- VIETNAM NEWS

Nearly 16,000 people in Ho Chi Minh City were allegedly granted driving licences without completing mandatory training or examinations. Those arrested, including former leaders and driving centre staff, will face corruption charges.

-- BERNAMA