LAOS
1.BOTEN CUSTOM'S REVENUE RISES -- VIENTIANE TIMES
Revenue collection at the Boten International Customs Checkpoint on the Laos-China border continues to rise due to the use of digital systems. It helps to speed up customs procedures and improve accuracy in the payment of fees.
2.PUSH FOR PUBLIC HOSPITALS' INDEPENDENCE -- VIENTIANE TIMES
Public hospitals are striving to achieve autonomy to improve service standards, to attract more patients and reduce the number of Laotians going abroad to seek medical treatment. Hospital autonomy improves operational efficiency and allocates resources effectively.
INDONESIA
1.INDONESIA'S BPJPH STRESSES CLEAR LABELING FOR NON-HALAL PRODUCTS -- ANTARA
Indonesia's Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH) has emphasized the need for transparency in the distribution of non-halal products, including clear labeling and separation from halal goods.
2.INDONESIA EYES PRAMBANAN SHIVA FESTIVAL AS TOURISM FLAGSHIP -- ANTARA
The Indonesian government is seeking to position the Prambanan Shiva Festival as a flagship national tourism event, highlighting Prambanan Temple as a world-class cultural and spiritual destination.
PHILIPPINES
1.'AMIHAN', EASTERLIES TO AFFECT PH ON TUESDAY -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY (PNA)
The northeast monsoon or "amihan" continues to affect extreme Northern Luzon, bringing partly cloudy to cloudy skies with isolated light rains across the northernmost provinces on Tuesday.
2.PBBM: PAIR OPTIMISM WITH PURPOSEFUL ACTION, DISCIPLINE -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY (PNA)
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday joined Filipinos in welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse, urging the public to pair optimism with discipline and purposeful action to sustain the country’s growth.
SINGAPORE
1. SINGAPORE'S FAIZ BASHA OVERCOMES TRICKY CONDITIONS, FINISHES 35TH IN SLALOM AT WINTER OLYMPICS -- CNA
Singapore alpine skier Faiz Basha overcame tricky conditions in the first run of the men's slalom at the Stelvio Ski Centre in Bormio, Italy, to finish 35th overall on Monday
2. S$15.1B BUDGET SURPLUS REFLECTS UNCERTAIN ECONOMY, CYCLICAL WINDFALLS: ECONOMISTS -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Singapore’s unexpectedly large budget surplus of S$15.1 billion for 2025 reflects increasing volatility in the global economy, said economists.
MYANMAR
1.CHINDWIN BRIDGE TO FUEL ECONOMIC GROWTH -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The Chindwin Bridge in Homalin Township, Sagaing Region, was inaugurated yesterday. The bridge connecting Homalin District and Naga Self-Administered Zone will improve the transport of local products, education, health and economy in the area.
2.AUCTION OPENS FOR TEAK, HARDWOOD -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Authorities have announced an open tender to sell 2,580 tonnes of round logs and sawn timber of teak and hardwood. These timber products are sourced from mills in Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw, Shan and Bago areas.
VIETNAM
1.PRESIDENT SAYS INNOVATION KEY FOR NATION BUILDING -- VIETNAMPLUS
State President Luong Cuong urged for a strong national unity to move the nation to new heights in his Lunar New Year message. He said constant innovation is key to building a peaceful, prosperous and happy Vietnam.
2.COMPETITION CHOKING STEEL COMPANIES -- VIETNAMPLUS
Vietnamese steel companies that shifted towards the domestic market due to weakening export demand and trade defence measures are now facing intense competition at home. Over supply continues to hurt profit margins.
THAILAND
1. PETITION URGES COURT TO INVALIDATE POLLS -- BANGKOK POS
Politicians, civil society groups, and student representatives from nine universities have filed a petition with the Central Administrative Court seeking to invalidate the Feb 8 election.
2. SAMSEN ROAD SINKHOLE REPAIRS TO FINISH IN 2027 -- BANGKOK POST
Repairs to the Samsen Road section between Vajira Hospital and Samsen police station are expected to be completed before the road reopens in October 2027, Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt told a City Council meeting.
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