CAMBODIA
1.CAMBODIA PLANS CASHEW, PEPPER EXPORTS TO JAPAN — AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE
Cambodia is planning to export processed cashew nuts and pepper to the Japanese market and invite investments into its agro-processing sector. The move aligns with the Kingdom’s strategy to diversify export markets and attract foreign investment into the agricultural value chain.
2.MINISTER WANTS MORE COVERAGE OF RURAL NEWS — AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE
Information Minister Neth Pheaktra has directed provincial and municipal information departments to increase local news production. The aim is to promote the attractiveness of local areas, and their cuisine, support livelihoods and enhance economic activities at the grassroots level.
INDONESIA
1.HASHIM CRITICISES US AND PARIS CLIMATE ACCORD: 'BIG BOYS AREN’T ALWAYS GOOD BOYS' — JAKARTA GLOBE
Indonesia's Presidential Envoy on Climate and Energy, Hashim Sujono Djojohadikusumo, criticised the Paris Climate Agreement, describing it as unfair to Indonesia. He also took aim at the United States for withdrawing from the accord despite being one of the world's largest carbon emitters.
2.US BACKS OUT FROM JETP, LEADERSHIP — THE JAKARTA POST
The United States has backed out from its role as a coleader in the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) for Indonesia and passed the mantle to Germany, according to the JETP Secretariat in Jakarta.
MYANMAR
1.NATIONAL SECURITY TOPS COUNCIL’S DISCUSSION — THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The National Defence and Security Council held its first meeting yesterday to discuss health, education, national security, and free and fair multiparty democratic general election issues. Public security and counter-terrorism also featured prominently in their discussion.
2.MYANMAR-BRAZIL HOLD FOURTH BILATERAL TALKS — THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Myanmar and Brazil held their fourth political dialogue at the national capital of Brasilia, where delegates discussed a wide range of topics. Myanmar’s officials briefed on the preparation for the general election, the peace process, the repatriation of displaced persons and trade.
SINGAPORE
1.PANDAN GARDENS IDENTIFIED AS LOCATION FOR NEW OLYMPIC-SIZE ICE RINK — THE STRAITS TIMES
Talks are under way for a new Olympic-size ice rink to be built in Pandan Gardens, with a former landmark in the neighbourhood emerging as a potential ground for the new development.
2.SINGAPORE SENDS CONDOLENCES TO US OVER WASHINGTON AIR CRASH — CNA
Singapore on Friday (Jan 31) expressed its condolences to the United States over the collision of a passenger plane and a military helicopter in Washington that left 67 people dead.
VIETNAM
1.FRESH POLICIES TAKE EFFECT IN FEBRUARY — VIETNAMPLUS
Several new policies will take effect this month, mainly affecting business insurance, hydrology, amending regulations on forest rangers and public security matters. Farmers will receive support to restore their agricultural production in areas damaged by natural disasters and plant pests.
2.FOOD SUPPLY, PRICES TO REMAIN STABLE AFTER LUNAR NEW YEAR — VIETNAMPLUS
The Price Management Department assured the public of the supply and price stability of essential products after the Lunar New Year. It will continue to strengthen price monitoring, focus on ensuring a balance between supply and demand for goods, and reserve essential consumer goods.
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