Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam : Sept 14, 2024

CAMBODIA

1.  CAMBODIA EMERGES SECOND TOP CASHEW EXPORTER -- Agence Kampuchea Presse

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Cambodia produced 830,000 tonnes of raw cashew nuts in the first seven months of this year, making it the world's second-largest cashew exporting country. The government launched the National Cashew Policy 2022-2027 to transform the country into a major exporter.

2. GUMBALL 3000 RALLY PROMOTES TOURISM -- Agence Kampuchea Presse

THE Gumball 3000 Rally that is expected to attract participants from 40 countries will promote the local tourism sector. The event will feature a luxury car show, that includes supercars, hypercars, and sports cars, in front of the Angkor Wat Temple from September 15 to 17.

MYANMAR

1. CENTRAL BANK STABLISES CURRENCY WITH US$10 MILLION -- The Global New Light Of Myanmar

Myanmar’s Central Bank pumped US$17 million into the economy to stabilise and avoid devaluation of the local currency kyat. The bank channelled US$10 million into the fuel oil sector, while another US$7 million into edible oil.

2. FARMERS TO GROW MONSOON PADDY -- The Global New Light Of Myanmar

The Agriculture Department encourages farmers to grow monsoon paddy, wheat and other crops again in flood-stricken regions before the season ends. Some of these crops were damaged by extreme rainfall and strong winds in recent days in parts of Myanmar. 

SINGAPORE

1.Not just the philanthropists: Why the private sector is buying into nature conservation -- The Straits Times

What is the value of a kingfisher?

2.IN FOCUS: Push for greater autonomy by Sabah and Sarawak is stronger than ever, but will they finally succeed? -- CNA

Repeated water cuts in Sabah over the past few years have pushed some university students in the state capital Kota Kinabalu to the brink.

THAILAND

1. PAETONGTARN VISITS FLOOD-HIT MAE SAI, PLEDGES SUPPORT FOR RECOVERY -- The Nation

Assessing the widespread damage caused by Typhoon Yagi, the PM promised to address key issues at the upcoming Cabinet meeting.

2. BANK OF THAILAND CHIEF SAYS LOCAL FOCUS KEY GROWTH -- Bangkok Post

Domestic resilience and the strength of the local economy will be key to sustaining Thailand's economic growth in the long term, especially amid a slowdown in foreign direct investment (FDI), according to the Bank of Thailand chief.

VIETNAM

1. VIETNAM WELCOMES INDONESIA’S PRABOWO -- Vietnam News

Vietnam stressed the importance of bilateral relations during Indonesia’s President-elect Prabowo Subianto's visit yesterday. Leaders of both nations discussed on building an action plan to implement the strategic partnership for the next five years.

2. FOOTBALLER SELLS CAR TO HELP FLOOD VICTIMS -- VnExpress

Vietnamese top midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai and his wife Chu Thanh sold their car to support victims affected by Typhoon Yagi. They sold their electric car — Vinfast VF3 model — for US$9,781 and the funds will be donated to the national disaster recovery fund.

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