CAMBODIA
1.ADDRESSING MALNUTRITION AMONG GARMENT WORKERS -- FRESH NEWS
Japan, the World Food Programme and Cambodia’s Planning Ministry have jointly launched the "Breaking the Cycle of Malnutrition in Cambodia” project. Garment sector workers’ daily meals will now comprise fortified rice to improve their nutrition.
2.FOREIGN FUNDS TO FINANCE INFRASTRUCTURE -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE
Cambodia is seeking to secure US$2 billion (RM8 billion) from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. The funds will support ongoing projects, including transportation, logistics and digital infrastructure.
INDONESIA
1.INDONESIA TO SEND 756 PEACEKEEPERS TO LEBANON DESPITE WITHDRAWAL CALLS -- ANTARA
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) confirmed that 756 personnel will be deployed to Lebanon in late May 2026 as part of a rotation for the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission.
2.INDONESIA PUSHES NUSANTARA LEGISLATIVE, JUDICIAL PROJECTS IN 2026-- ANTARA
The Indonesian government has renewed its commitment to focusing construction works in future capital Nusantara (IKN), under development in East Kalimantan, on buildings for legislative and judicial institutions in 2026.
MYANMAR
1.LAWMAKERS TO ELECT NEW PRESIDENT TODAY -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The parliament will elect the new president of Myanmar today. All lawmakers have been briefed on the balloting process, including how to mark the ballot paper correctly, to elect the new leader.
2.VITAL ROAD TO THAI BORDER REOPENED -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The Hpa-an-Myawaddy Asian Highway, a main trade route in Kayin State, was reopened yesterday. The road is a vital economic lifeline for local communities in transporting goods to neighbouring Thailand.
SINGAPORE
1. PETROL PRICE SURGE ISN'T ENOUGH TO MAKE SINGAPORE DRIVERS SWITCH TO EVS, SAY CAR DEALERS -- CNA
Despite a war-driven surge in petrol prices globally, the rise has not driven buyers towards electric vehicles (EVs) – and the reason comes down to how Singaporeans think about car ownership.
2. MINDEF CONFIRMS SINGAPORE BUYING ROCKET SYSTEM, RELATED EQUIPMENT FROM THE US -- THE STRAITS TIMES
The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has confirmed that it is purchasing guided multiple launch rocket system-alternative warhead (GMLRS-AW) pods and related equipment from the United States.
THAILAND
1. PM SLAMS "TRAITOROUS" OIL SMUGGLERS AS CAMBODIA-BOUND RACKET UNCOVERED -- THE NATION
PM Anutin Charnvirakul orders a major crackdown on oil smuggling to Cambodia, labeling corporate-backed syndicates as "traitors" and national security threats.
2. ANUTIN REJECTS CRONYISM CLAIMS -- BANGKOK POST
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul rejected allegations that his government was favouring business interests linked to a controversy over rising fuel prices, insisting it remains accountable to the public.
VIETNAM
1.DIGITAL PROCESS TO DEPORT OFFENDERS -- VIETNAMPLUS
Authorities have digitalised the deportation process of foreign nationals to speed up the exercise. Case handling to detention and escort will be conducted electronically, enabling faster data processing and reducing manual processes.
2.VIETNAMESE VESSELS SAFE IN WEST ASIAN WATERS -- VIETNAMPLUS
The Foreign Ministry said that Vietnamese vessels operating in the West Asia corridors are safe despite tensions along the Strait of Hormuz. Cargo vessels and crew members can resume their journeys safely.
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