Top News Headlines In Indonesia, Singapore And Thailand : Sept 3, 2024

INDONESIA

1. Jokowi calls for Global South unity at Bali forum -- The Jakarta Post

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President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo called on Monday for unity among the countries of the Global South amid sluggish worldwide progress toward achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), saying before his African counterparts that Indonesia remained committed to furthering its economic cooperation with the continent.

SINGAPORE

1. Singapore supports UN, multilateralism: President Tharman, PM Wong at Guterres visit -- The Straits Times

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reaffirmed Singapore’s continued, strong support for the United Nations, including its upholding of multilateralism, during a visit by United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

2. Five in seven insurers to jack up private hospital premiums under Integrated Shield Plans - some by double digits -- The Business Times

Five of the seven insurers with Integrated Shield Plans (IPs) will raise the premiums of private hospital plans, following the end of the two-year moratorium on premium hikes at end-August.

3. Lack of accountability for violations has created ‘a sense of impunity’ among countries, says UN chief Guterres -- CNA

A lack of accountability for violations has led some countries to feel "a sense of impunity", said United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Monday (Sep 2). 

THAILAND

1.  More than 12 million foreign arrivals expected before end of year -- The Nation

Tourists from East Asia, South Asia and Europe expected to boost visitor numbers and revenue, TAT says.

2. Cabinet line-up set for approval -- Bangkok Post

The line-up of the new cabinet has been finalised and will be submitted for royal endorsement this week, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said on Monday.

CAMBODIA

1.New Techo International Airport 80 percent complete -- Fresh News

The construction of Cambodia’s Techo International Airport is over 80 per cent complete, with a total investment of US$1.2 billion. It is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024. Located 20 kilometres south of Phnom Penh, the airport is designed to accommodate long-haul trans-continental flights and large aircraft.

2. Cambodian farmers urged to grow fragrant rice to boost income -- Khmer Times

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries is urging Cambodian farmers to grow fragrant varieties to boost their income as they command higher prices in the market. Fragrant rice varieties “Romduol” and “Sen Kro Ob” are renowned for their distinct aroma and flavour, and are highly in demand in domestic and international markets.

-- BERNAMA