Asean News Headlines at 9pm on Sunday (Aug 27, 2023)


South Korea's An Se-young celebrates after the Women's final singles match against Spain's Carolina Marin, of the BWF World Championship, at the Royal Arena, in Copenhagen, Denmark, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. - AP

Malaysia:

* DBKL shuts down KL shop following semi-nude belly dance incident

* Sugar cannot be sold with conditions, says Armizan

* ‘Do not call Malays conservative because of who they voted for’

* Give Anwar time to fix economy, says Sultan Ibrahim

* Lecturer acquitted of Jean Sinnappa's murder passes away

* It's not pink guava juice: Pink tide hits Penang again

* PAS to have dialogue with Gerakan over Hadith module

* Education Ministry ready to meet any party to explain Hadith module implementation

* Claim that 54,000 Chinese nationals will be given citizenship untrue, says Fahmi

* Bursa Malaysia likely to see cautious trading; investors anxiously waiting for economic reports including from China

* Ringgit likely to trade in tight range this week; trading set to be between RM4.63 and RM4.65

* Barisan taking steps to ensure members vote for Pakatan in twin by-elections, says Zahid

Supporters of Latvia cheer during the Basketball World Cup group H match between France and Latvia at the Indonesia Arena stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. - APSupporters of Latvia cheer during the Basketball World Cup group H match between France and Latvia at the Indonesia Arena stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. - AP

Singapore:

* Singapore and Indonesia navies conduct bilateral military exercise

* China's 'aggressive behaviour' in South China Sea must be challenged, says US Navy official

* Sabah wants to work with Singapore Airlines to woo more Aussie tourists

* Singaporeans told to stay vigilant in guarding against scams linked to presidential election by police

* Building Singapore for future generations is the most important job: PM Lee

Indonesia:

* Greater Jakarta LRT to serve passengers from Monday (Aug 28)

* Bank Indonesia holds rates steady and plans new way to attract inflows

* Pancasila and the crisis of humanity - In an ever-evolving society and era, how can an ideology stay relevant?

* ‘Asean must stay united’, says Indonesia

* Singing about harsh realities of life by 'wonderwomen' in an Indonesian village

Wichanee Meechai of Thailand walks to the 16th tee during the third round of the CPKC Women's Open at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club in Vancouver, British Columbia. - AFPWichanee Meechai of Thailand walks to the 16th tee during the third round of the CPKC Women's Open at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club in Vancouver, British Columbia. - AFP

Thailand:

* Thailand’s weed industry says it’s ready for ‘serious money’

* Most Thais doubt Pheu Thai coalition can end political polarisation, says top survey Nida Poll

* Thai PM Srettha looks likely to take on finance minister job, say sources

* Thai supermarket chain Big C to enter Hong Kong next month, eyes dual listing, CEO says

* Coalition quagmire awaits new Thai leader after Thaksin’s return

Philippines:

* More than thousand flee floods as super typhoon brushes past Philippines

* Philippine athletics superstar EJ Obiena wins historic pole vault silver in World Athletics Championships

* Philippines to intensify efforts to crack down on human trafficking

* Basketball - Favourites United States, Spain start World Cup campaigns in Manila with routs

* Super typhoon Saola threatens northern Philippines

Participants ride on elephants during a parade welcoming the Islamic New Year and celebrating the culture and traditions of Thailand's southern province of Narathiwat, in Narathiwat. - AFPParticipants ride on elephants during a parade welcoming the Islamic New Year and celebrating the culture and traditions of Thailand's southern province of Narathiwat, in Narathiwat. - AFP

Vietnam:

* Vietnam January-August foreign investment inflow up 1.3% year-on-year

* Rise in German exports to South-East Asia offsets weaker China trade

* Management, training and cost cutting crucial to reviving Vietnam's textile sector, say experts

* Four killed in northern Vietnam coal pit collapse

Myanmar:

* Myanmar say it expelled East Timor's diplomat in retaliation for supporting opposition forces

* East Timor condemns Myanmar's expulsion of top diplomat

* 24 telecom fraud suspects brought back to China from Myanmar in four days

AlphaTauri driver Yuki Tsunoda of Japan drives off track during the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort racetrack, in Zandvoort, Netherlands, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. - APAlphaTauri driver Yuki Tsunoda of Japan drives off track during the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix at the Zandvoort racetrack, in Zandvoort, Netherlands, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. - AP

Cambodia:

* Cambodian schools and activists honoured by Asean for environmental work

* Cambodia and Laos launch cross-border QR code payment system

Laos:

* Laos to lead the way for Asean in region's commitment to tackling transboundary haze

* Asian Development Bank approves US$45mil financing to strengthen health care services in Laos

Brunei:

* Asean mulls critical mineral collaboration to ensure energy security

* Brunei finance ministry tell traders to uphold business ethics amid temporary plastic tax suspension

Victor Kiplangat of Uganda reacts as he crosses the finish line to win the men's marathon during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. - APVictor Kiplangat of Uganda reacts as he crosses the finish line to win the men's marathon during the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary, Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. - AP

AseanPlus:

* Badminton - Young An proves she is the new shuttle star after crushing Marin to become South Korea's first world champion

* Saturn and the moon are set to light up the skies starting tonight for stargazers in South-East Asia

* US military personnel in Australia air crash, no deaths reported-media

* Three US Marines killed, 20 injured in an aircraft crash in Australia during military exercise

* 23 US Marines are injured, some critically, in an aircraft crash in Australia, officials say

* China’s travel rebound risks super-charging jet fuel prices

* 100-year-old ginkgo trees could get the axe under disputed plan for Tokyo's Jingu Gaien park

* Take a bow Noah Lyles - Sprinter wins historic third world gold after anchoring US relay to victory

* US accuses Russia, China of covering for North Korea at UN

* India considering EVs for priority sector lending, official says

* Hong Kong developers line up home sales at heavy discounts to clear unsold stock

* Hong Kong weighs seafood safety certification for restaurants amid fears over Japan’s Fukushima waste water discharge

* 400 km in 10 minutes: Chinese firm unveils superfast charging battery

* North Korea lets citizens abroad return in easing of Covid-19 isolation

* South Korea - ‘Sea women’ fear for their trade

* New Pokemon game about sleep makes a splash

* China’s cotton output set to fall 1 year after US’ Xinjiang ban as focus shifts to food security, quality

* As China’s property crisis plagues its economy and financial system, is a ‘Lehman Moment’ looming?

* Hong Kong Palace Museum to showcase bronze heads, mythical creatures unearthed at mainland China’s Sanxingdui ruins

* Aaron-Wooi Yik's challenge ends as South Korea celebrate three finals in worlds

* Japan says seawater radioactivity below limits near Fukushima

* Gen Z’s summer music vibe: sad

* 1.26m South Korean young people unemployed, over half hold college degrees: Survey

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