Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Monday (June 10, 2024)


Balinese Hindus carry the member of the Ubud royal family during the procession of the royal cremation ceremony, known as 'Pelebon', of Tjokorda Istri Rai Dharmawati, member of Ubud royal palace, in Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia, on Monday, June 10, 2024. - Reuters

Malaysia:

* 'Allah' socks issue: Court sets July 15 for decision on representation by KK Mart founders

* Former SRC director tells court he trusted Najib's directives

* Johor should be treated as a federal partner, says TMJ

* Zayn Rayyan's murder: Mother brought home as part of crime scene reenactment

* 12 Malaysian companies among Southeast Asia's top performers - Rafizi

* No promotion for govt dept heads who ignore corruption, says Anwar

* Targeted subsidies will save the country, says PM

* Marginal increase in Malaysia's labour force for April, says Stats Dept

* MyCC working closely with ministries to detect, stop diesel cartel activities

* Batu Puteh RCI: High Court to decide on Dr M's judicial review application on June 12

* Kindergarten teachers, nursery assistant charged for abusing two children in Melaka

* Mat Sabu: Proposal to raise ceiling price of local white rice to be finalised before October

Dragon boats compete during the annual Tuen Ng, or Dragon Boat Festival, at Aberdeen fishing port in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, June 10, 2024. - ReutersDragon boats compete during the annual Tuen Ng, or Dragon Boat Festival, at Aberdeen fishing port in Hong Kong, China, on Monday, June 10, 2024. - Reuters

Singapore:

* Singapore PM Lawrence Wong confirms his visit Brunei and Malaysia beginning Tuesday (June 11)

* La Nina to bring rain in second-half of 2024, but Singapore’s hot weather may not let up

* Singapore banks probe rich clients after S$3bil money laundering case

* Singapore PM pens congratulatory letter to Indian PM Modi on re-election

* S$3bil money laundering case: Su Jianfeng sentenced to 17 months, last of 10 to be sent to jail

* Singaporean wanted in Port Klang bust probe

* Oil nudges higher on hopes of summer fuel demand

* Asia shares stumble; political uncertainty grips euro

* Insurers covering more niche areas in health in Singapore

Indonesia:

* Indonesia to conclude free trade talks with Russia-led union in July

* Indonesia's Mt Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupts, spews ash 800m high

* Note leads to rescue of Indonesian maid trapped on balcony in Petaling Jaya

* Indonesia ramps up fight against tuberculosis amid concerns on economic impact

* South-East Asia tops global intake of microplastics, with Indonesians eating 15g a month: Study

* Ex-Nusantara chief pledges continued support for new capital city after resignation

* ‘Men’s role key in childcare’, say Indonesian lawmakers

Williams driver Alexander Albon, of Thailand, drives through the Senna corner at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix auto race in Montreal, held early Monday, June 10, 2024 (local time). - AFPWilliams driver Alexander Albon, of Thailand, drives through the Senna corner at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix auto race in Montreal, held early Monday, June 10, 2024 (local time). - AFP

Thailand:

* Thai Chamber of Commerce sees Thais spending RM11.25bil during UEFA Euro 2024

* Thai government aims to lift 2024 GDP growth to 3% by tourists and major investments

* Move Forward eyes three leaders for next incarnation

* Elephants born in Thailand may be world's first-ever male and female twins

* Thaksin’s lawyers submit new petition to A-G over lese majeste case

* Thai economy expected to improve from July-December but concerns remain

* Thai Move Forward Party's Pita confident of winning court case

Philippines:

* Boxing legend Pacquiao looks for comeback title fight against Mario Barrios

* Air pollution linked to 135 million premature deaths, according to study

* Philippine economy to grow 6% this year, monetary policy should stay tight: IMF

* Philippines, Japan ‘very close’ to signing military cooperation pact

* Pacquiao in talks over comeback but title fight 'far away'

* Bird imports from Australia banned over avian flu

* Emerging Markets - Asian FX, stocks hit by dollar's gains on US jobs data; Indonesian rupiah at four-year low

Retired multiple world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines (left) and Japanese kickboxer Chihiro Suzuki pose during a photo session at the end of a press conference at a hotel in Tokyo on Monday, June 10, 2024. It was announced on June 9 that he will fight Japanese mixed martial (MMA) artist Chihiro Suzuki in a three-round boxing match on July 28 in Saitama, north of Tokyo. -  AFPRetired multiple world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines (left) and Japanese kickboxer Chihiro Suzuki pose during a photo session at the end of a press conference at a hotel in Tokyo on Monday, June 10, 2024. It was announced on June 9 that he will fight Japanese mixed martial (MMA) artist Chihiro Suzuki in a three-round boxing match on July 28 in Saitama, north of Tokyo. - AFP

Vietnam:

* Vietnam becomes second biggest durian exporter to China; and just behind traditional champions Thailand

* Russian President Putin set to visit Vietnam and North Korea, Vedomosti reports

* Flooding and landslides kill three in Vietnam's north

* Over 600 join mass yoga performance in Binh Thuan

* Viet businesses face difficulty in declaring goods eligible for VAT cut

* Prices for Vietnam's domestic flights keep soaring

* Vietnam's Ninh Thuan aims to combat climate change

Myanmar:

* 39 buildings designated as ancient buildings for preservation in Myanmar

* Myanmar's renowned Shwedagon pagoda attracts over 5,000 foreign visitors monthly

* Primary school students in Yangon get free meals thanks to Chinese foundation

* Price of victory against the junta for people

Fancy dragon boats parade in Xixi Wetland to mark the Dragon Boat Festival in Hangzhou in east China's Zhejiang province, Monday, June 10, 2024. The Duanwu Festival, also known as the Dragon Boat Festival, falls on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar and is marked by eating rice dumplings and racing dragon boats.  - Chinatopix via APFancy dragon boats parade in Xixi Wetland to mark the Dragon Boat Festival in Hangzhou in east China's Zhejiang province, Monday, June 10, 2024. The Duanwu Festival, also known as the Dragon Boat Festival, falls on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar and is marked by eating rice dumplings and racing dragon boats. - Chinatopix via AP

Cambodia:

* Cambodia turns down Ukraine peace summit invite due to lack of Russian participation

* Cambodia attracts US$246mil investment in May

* Thai cargo ship sinks in sea off Cambodia's Sihanoukville, all 10 crew members rescued

* Cambodia and Vietnam sign MoU on cooperation between the two countries’ government inspectors

Laos:

* Severe flooding hits Laos capital Vientiane after heavy rains

* Young beauty makes history - First woman from Houaphanh province to win Miss Universe Laos title

* Senior Chinese diplomat elaborates on win-win cooperation, South China Sea issue

Brunei:

* Brunei’s ICT sector contributes 2.3 per cent to GDP in 2023

* Brunei documentary shines at South East Academy International Film Festival

* Brunei students shine at Asean Schools Games

Luxembourg's Crown Prince Guillaume and Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida sit at the start of their meeting at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo, Japan, on Monday, 10 June 2024. - ReutersLuxembourg's Crown Prince Guillaume and Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida sit at the start of their meeting at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo, Japan, on Monday, 10 June 2024. - Reuters

AseanPlus:

* Malaysian Home Ministry working with Interpol, Aseanpol to combat human trafficking

* Nicol David talks fashion, plus her life after professional squash

* Dua Lipa adds second show in KL due to overwhelming response

* Saudi Arabia ready to consider expanding Mecca route initiative

* Modi chooses old faces in Cabinet as key finance post awaited

* Steven Sim to lead Malaysian delegation to international labour conference in Geneva

* HK actor Eric Tsang expresses interest to star in Malaysian director Syafiq Yusof's film

* HK singer Deep Ng is now a construction worker: 'I need the money'

* Infertility treatment to get up to six days’ leave in South Korea

* N. Korea sends more balloons as Kim's sister warns of 'new counteraction'

* Modi takes oath with coalition allies; India set for new era of coalition rule

* Asian markets fall as strong US jobs data dents rate cut hopes

* Chinese robot developers hope for road out of ‘uncanny valley’

* S. Korea’s young shamans revive ancient tradition with social media

* India's heatwave longest ever, worse to come

* Unlike the yakuza, Japan’s latest crime menace is anonymous and faceless

* Nightclub for the teens' in S.Korea closed down by authorities

* South Korea, US to hold new round of nuclear planning talks in Seoul

* Demand for food delivery has skyrocketed. So have complaints about some drivers

* Olympics-Political turmoil in France won't affect Paris Games, IOC head says

* Cricket-'Genius' Bumrah does it again for India at T20 World Cup

* Unforgettable thriller - Bumrah delivers as India beat Pakistan in low-scoring nail-biting clash at cricket World T20 Cup

* At least 9 dead after suspected militants in Kashmir fire at Hindu pilgrims, sending bus into gorge / India hunts Kashmir militants

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