CAMBODIA
1.HUN SEN LAUDS TIMOR-LESTE JOINING ASEAN SOON -- FRESH NEWS
Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen congratulated Prime Minister of Timor-Leste Kay Rala Xanana GUSMÃO as the country prepares to join ASEAN. A milestone for the Timorese people and a testament to ASEAN's solidarity, centrality and commitment to regional integration
2.TRAINING ON REPORTING CHILD-SENSITIVE ISSUES -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE
Child rights organisations conducted a workshop for journalists and editors on reporting child-sensitive issues to protect children and vulnerable communities. Journalists were taught how to report on sensitive issues without jeopardising the children’s safety and dignity and ensuring rights were not violated.
INDONESIA
1.JAKARTA LOSING PATIENCE WITH INPEX OVER 26-YEAR MASELA GAS BLOCK DELAY -- JAKARTA GLOBE
Indonesia is losing patience with Japan’s Inpex Corporation over the long-delayed Masela gas project, warning that the government may revoke its license if development continues to stall. Investment Minister Bahlil Lahadalia on Monday said the country is serious about reclaiming its energy independence and will take firm action against underperforming oil and gas contractors.
2.GOVT BANKS ON CONSUMERS FOR 5 PCT GROWTH -- THE JAKARTA POST
The government has announced a new stimulus package to support consumer spending in the second quarter and lift gross domestic product growth to five percent after a disappointing first quarter. The initiative, unveiled by Coordinating Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto on Friday, is to become effective on June 5 and last to the end of July, with some of the measures applying just during the school holidays.
LAOS
1.NATIONAL ROAD TO BOOST REGIONAL CONNECTIVITY -- VIENTIANE TIMES
A major road development to improve east-west connectivity is underway. The project financed by Thailand’s Neighbouring Countries Economic Development Cooperation Agency will help improve trade between the neighbouring nations and enhance transport links with Vietnam and China.
2.LAOS-MALAYSIA READY TO EXPAND TRADE SECTORS -- VIENTIANE TIMES Laos and Malaysia's bilateral trade rose to over RM181 million (US$43 million) last year. Both governments agreed to expand joint initiatives across multiple sectors. Cooperation in energy, defence, security, finance, transport and agriculture sectors is in the pipeline.
MYANMAR
1.INDIAN CEMENT TO SUPPORT EARTHQUAKE RECONSTRUCTION -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
India donated 225 metric tonnes of cement to assist Myanmar with its reconstruction following the March 28 earthquake. The cargo arrived at the country’s largest Thilawa Port in Yangon and the cement will be distributed to earthquake-hit areas for reconstruction.
2.ACTION TO STEM ILLICIT TRADE WITH NEIGHBOURS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The government plans to conduct a multi-agency campaign to stop illegal trade with neighbouring countries. The sectors often exposed to illegal trade are agricultural products, chemicals and pesticides, alcohol, counterfeit goods, forest products, illegal fishing, petroleum products and wildlife trafficking.
SINGAPORE
1.DEAL TO EXPLORE EXPORTING RENEWABLE ENERGY FROM VIETNAM TO SINGAPORE, MALAYSIA INKED AT ASEAN SUMMIT -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam will jointly explore the export of renewable energy following an agreement signed by their government-linked firms on May 26 to collaborate on developing a new electricity link.
2.CAR PLOUGHS INTO FANS AT LIVERPOOL PARADE, INJURING DOZENS; POLICE RULE OUT TERRORISM -- CNA/AGENCIES
A car ploughed into large crowds of Liverpool fans during a parade celebrating their side's Premier League title on Monday (May 26), hospitalising 27 people, with two seriously injured, but police said they did not believe the incident was terrorism-related.
THAILAND
1.THAILAND EYES SWIFT TARIFF DEAL WITH US, SIGNALLING AIRCRAFT PURCHASES -- THE NATION
Finance Minister anticipates resolution on customs duties within weeks, hints at major aviation procurement amid ongoing trade dialogue.
2.STIMULUS MEASURES SET TO REVIVE STOCKS -- BANGKOK POST
Business executives have expressed optimism that the underperforming Thai stock market could see a significant improvement in the second half of 2025, based on their hopes that the government's stimulus measures have been effectively implemented to address the country's economic weakness.
VIETNAM
1.FRENCH TECHNOLOGY TO SPUR GROWTH – VIETNAMPLUS
Vietnam is seeking France’s support to expand its aerospace, biotechnology, digital technology, semiconductors, quantum technology and the digital economy sectors. Talks surfaced during French President Emmanuel Macron’s three-day state visit to Vietnam starting yesterday.
2.FOREIGN CAPITAL INFLUX REFLECTS INVESTOR CONFIDENCE -- VIETNAM NEWS
Vietnam’s foreign direct investment reached RM58 billion (US$13.82 billion) since the beginning of this year, a 40 per cent jump compared to the same period in 2024. The investments were registered across diverse sectors — from renewable energy, and logistics to advanced materials.
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