Three ASEAN countries agree on formation of Borneo economic community
By VNA
September 07, 2023 | 17:01
Three ASEAN member countries in Kalimantan Island, namely Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei, have agreed to form the Borneo Economic Community (BEC) in order to stimulate green economic development in the island and the Southeast Asian region.
Cambodian central bank to auction 50 million USD to stabilise riel
By VNA
September 07, 2023 | 16:56
The National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) announced on September 6 that it has successfully auctioned 10 million USD in an effort to stabilise the Cambodian riel against the US dollar.
Malaysia strives to meet domestic rice demand
By VNA
September 07, 2023 | 16:50
Malaysia’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) is confident that white rice production in the country will recover within a month through the Special Local White Rice Programme.
Thailand to liberalise oil imports
By VNA
September 06, 2023 | 16:06
The Thai Ministry of Energy will liberalise oil imports by allowing private companies to import finished oil products, to provide more options to consumers in the wake of high energy prices, Energy Minister Pirapan Salirathavibhaga was cited by local media as saying.
Laos - Vietnam railway set to operate in 2028
By VNA
September 06, 2023 | 15:56
The Laos - Vietnam railway is expected to be completed and put into service in 2028, according to Lao media.
ASEAN needs 29.4 trillion USD for energy transition
By VNA
September 06, 2023 | 15:13
ASEAN member countries need 29.4 trillion USD for energy transition process, Indonesian President Joko Widodo has said.
Qantas CEO steps down early as airline falls out of favour
By AFP
September 05, 2023 | 10:40
Qantas' veteran chief executive Alan Joyce announced his early retirement Tuesday, as Australia's once-loved national carrier faced searing criticism over price gouging and poor service.
India’s ASEAN deal upgrade offers new opportunities
By Thanh Thu
September 04, 2023 | 15:02
An upgrade for a free trade deal between ASEAN and India is set to increase both countries’ trade turnover, as well as Indian investment into the Southeast Asian market.
Singapore to have new President
By VNA
September 03, 2023 | 15:43
Tharman Shanmugaratnam will become the ninth President of Singapore after winning 70.4 per cent of votes in the September 1 election.
Thai King approves new cabinet led by PM Srettha Thavisin
By VNA
September 03, 2023 | 15:39
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn has endorsed the cabinet of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, a royal gazette said on September 2.
Philippines sets ceiling on rice prices
By VNA
September 03, 2023 | 15:35
The Philippines has imposed ceilings on rice prices across the country amid an “alarming” increase in retail costs of the staple grain and reports of hoarding by traders.
Foreign leaders congratulate Vietnam on 78th National Day
By VNA
September 02, 2023 | 19:00
On the occasion of the 78th National Day of Vietnam (September 2, 1945 - 2023), leaders of Laos, China, Cambodia, Cuba, Russia, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines have sent congratulations to leaders of the Party and State of Vietnam.
Indonesian President tightens sanctions against polluting factories
By VNA
August 31, 2023 | 16:50
Indonesian President Joko Widodo announced on August 30 that it could impose strict sanctions, including mandatory closures, on factories that refuse to install pollution control systems.
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