CAMBODIA
1.CAMBODIA-US TARIFF TALKS END SMOOTHLY -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE
Cambodia and the United States held their first round of negotiations on reciprocal trade tariffs in Washington, D.C. Both parties had a frank and constructive discussion to strengthen bilateral trade and investment. The second round of talks is scheduled for June.
2.BOUNTIFUL HARVEST PREDICTED AT ROYAL PLOUGHING CEREMONY -- FRESH NEWS
Clergyman at the Royal Ploughing Ceremony yesterday predicted that harvests of rice, corn and beans will be bountiful this year. Based on tradition, the Royal Oxen were served with seven different foods to predict the season at the colourful event.
INDONESIA
1.INDONESIA REINFORCES 3-SIM LIMIT AMID GROWING SPAM CALL COMPLAINTS -- JAKARTA GLOBE
Indonesia will reimpose a cap on the number of SIM cards registered per user in response to the growing problem of spam calls, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid announced on Thursday.
2.'PERSONAL TOUCH' ON DISPLAY FOR RETURN VISIT OF ALBANESE -- THE JAKARTA POST
President Prabowo Subianto on Thursday threw a festive reception to welcome Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese back to the State Palace in Jakarta, marking their first official meeting following the latter’s second-term inauguration just two days prior.
LAOS
1.US-FUNDED CUSTOMS TRAINING CENTRE TO CURB CRIMES -- VIENTIANE TIMES
The RM34 million (US$8 million) US-funded customs training centre to assist Laos tackle illegal cross-border crimes has begun. The centre will help to combat transnational crimes, including drug trafficking, wildlife smuggling and illegal cash movement.
2.LAOS-SOUTH KOREA DEEPEN GREEN GROWTH PLEDGE -- VIENTIANE TIMES
South Korea and Laos are partnering to advance green growth and sustainable investment through enhanced bilateral cooperation. Both governments pledged their commitment at the 2025 Korea – Laos Net-Zero Partnership Forum held in Vientiane on May 13.
MYANMAR
1.COMMUNITY SUPPORT TO PROTECT MIGRATORY BIRDS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
The Biodiversity and Nature Conservation Association is engaging with local communities to identify and conserve critical migratory bird species in wetlands. The association has been trying to identify, document and conserve endangered species and their habitats in Myanmar since 2002.
2. MYANMAR SEEKS OCA’S HELP TO DEVELOP SPORTS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR
Myanmar discussed its sports development with the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). During the 45th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia held in Kuwait, discussions centre around Myanmar’s participation in international competitions and training courses for referees and coaches.
SINGAPORE
1.SINGAPORE KEY EXPORTS SURGE 12.4 PCT IN APRIL, MUCH MORE THAN EXPECTED -- THE STRAITS TIMES
Singapore’s key exports grew at a faster-than-expected pace in April, boosted by stronger shipments of both electronics and non-electronics.
2.‘RISK BEING SIDELINED’: US-CHINA TRADE TRUCE RAISES STAKES FOR ASEAN MEMBERS SEEKING LOWER TRUMP TARIFFS -- CNA
A temporary deal struck between the United States and China on Monday (May 12) that put the brakes on an escalating trade war has raised the stakes for Southeast Asian countries trying to negotiate tariff reductions with Washington, analysts say.
THAILAND
1. RESTAURANT INDUSTRY FACES CRISIS AS DOMESTIC SPENDING DROPS, CHINESE TOURISTS VANISH -- THE NATION
Reports from the Department of Business Development show that over 60 per cent of new restaurants fail within the first year, a sharp rise from 40 per cent just a few years ago.
2. SENATE PANEL DEMANDS REFERENDUM ON CASINO BILL -- BANGKOK POST
A Senate special committee examining the proposed casino-entertainment complex bill has called for a referendum on the controversial project, warning the draft bill may contravene the constitution if passed into law.
VIETNAM
1. VIETNAM-THAI LEADERS ENJOY SOFT DIPLOMACY -- VIETNAM NEWS
Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and his visiting Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra experienced traditional Vietnamese handicraft products and visited a photo exhibition featuring both nations’ lengthy relations. The two countries took 49 years to develop a solid bilateral foundation.
2.SOCIAL MEDIA GROUPS TRADING WILDLIFE BANNED -- VIETNAM NEWS
Vietnam has permanently removed 10 private social media groups involved in the illegal internet sale of wildlife from online platforms. This is part of a campaign launched by Education for Nature Vietnam to curb illegal wildlife trading.
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