Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Sunday (Sept 15, 2024)


Moo Deng, a two-month-old female pygmy hippo who has recently become a viral internet sensation, rests at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi province on Sunday, September 15, 2024. - AFP

Malaysia:

* Non-Muslims not required to get halal certification, says Ahmad Zahid

* Bread products by Global Ikhwan Utara do not have halal certification, says Jakim

* PM thorough and consistent in handling MA63 claims, analysts say

* Perikatan Nasional unanimously rejects government-opposition MOU

* Battle of the stars in Penang DAP polls / Sim-Lim combo good for Penang DAP's future, says Chow

* Fuiyoh, Uncle Roger speaks! Nigel Ng on his alter ego, and his new restaurant

* Let's greet Malaysia Day as one people and with heightened patriotism, says Lam Thye

* Pearly-Thinaah pull off sensational victory, capture Hong Kong Open title

* None of four crocs caught in Kota Marudu attacked missing bather, says Wildlife Dept

* Malaysian breakfast: Nasi Lemak and Teh Tarik top the list, reveals Kajidata study

* Ringgit to continue rising - Malaysian currency to trade below 4.30 against US dollar from Tuesday (Sept 17)

* Bursa Malaysia set to consolidate this week amid strength in global equities; to trade between 1,630-1,670 range

In this aerial picture traffic and buildings are seen at a roundabout in Jakarta, - AFPIn this aerial picture traffic and buildings are seen at a roundabout in Jakarta, - AFP

Singapore:

* Social workers in Singapore raise concerns over deepfake porn

* Seven under Singapore police probe for allegedly buying and selling Worldcoin accounts

* Singapore's Little India lights up for Deepavali; famous town bathed in vibrant colours on Saturday night

* New anti-money laundering laws in Singapore target kingpins’ profits from environmental crime

* Singapore Prime Minister tops list as highest-paid world leader

* Nun, music teacher among thousands of volunteers who helped in preparing for Pope Francis’ visit to Singapore

* New anti-money laundering laws in Singapore target kingpins’ profits from environmental crime

Indonesia:

* 5.7-magnitude earthquake hits off western Indonesia near Sumatra

* Indonesia must take a bold step on regulation to shape the future of AI

* Indonesia breaks ground on first renewable energy-powered EV battery factory

* Revised anti-wildlife trafficking law in Indonesia brings bite to the rules, but enforcement is key

* Another rare Javan rhino calf spotted at a national park in Java

* A Faustian bargain? Indonesia’s growing military ties with the US – a key ally of Israel – raising questions

* Olympic badminton champion Axelsen cruises to first Hong Kong Open title; China's Han Yue claims women's title

A coast guard personnel and rescue workers evacuating residents as heavy rains triggered flooding brought by Tropical Storm Bebinca in Rizal town, Occidental Mindoro province.- AFPA coast guard personnel and rescue workers evacuating residents as heavy rains triggered flooding brought by Tropical Storm Bebinca in Rizal town, Occidental Mindoro province.- AFP

Thailand:

* Thai central bank says baht more volatile, to closely monitor from this week onwards

* Two Chinese nationals arrested in Thailand over involvement in thefts from cars

* Endangered pygmy hippo goes viral from Thai zoo

* Mekong River bursts its banks and floods downtown Nong Khai

* Over 51,000 Malaysian tourists enter Thailand via Bukit Kayu Hitam

Philippines:

* Shocking tragedy as four children killed after tree falls on tricycle in Philippines' Lanao del Sur province

* Six dead as storm Bebinca sweeps through Philippines; now heading for China

* Storm Ferdie, habagat kill six persons, affect over 203,000 in the Philippines

* Marcos’ ‘friends’ paid for Duran Duran as birthday surprise – Palace

* Philippines vessel from contested South China Sea shoal returns to port

Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto (left) and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh shake hands in Hanoi, Vietnam. - APIndonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto (left) and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh shake hands in Hanoi, Vietnam. - AP

Vietnam:

* India sends humanitarian aid for Typhoon Yagi victims in Vietnam, Myanmar and Laos

* Death toll from typhoon Yagi rises to 281 in Vietnam; govt say over US$1.6bil in damages

* New markets help Vietnam fruit exports grow to record revenues

* Vietnam PM urges Asean BAC to work together with Asean countries in key areas

* Vietnamese PM orders price stabilisation and essential goods security after Typhoon Yagi

Myanmar:

* Myanmar seizes over one ton of ice in eastern state of Shan

* Volunteers rush to help as Myanmar flood toll surges; death toll now at 74

* Storm, flooding death toll in Myanmar jumps to 74

* Junta makes a rare request - needs help after Typhoon Yagi ravages country

A volunteer directs vehicles to ease the traffic on a street in Phnom Penh. - AFPA volunteer directs vehicles to ease the traffic on a street in Phnom Penh. - AFP

Cambodia:

* Phnom Penh revs up for Gumball 3000 spectacular on historic Sunday

* Cambodia decries US sanctions against one of its top tycoons implicated in forced labour

* Indonesia rebrands trade fair to build strong synergy with Cambodia

* Cambodian premier stresses significance of peace in remarks to UN meeting

Laos:

* Communist Party of China delegation visits Laos on ties

* Thai state bus operator considering five more routes to Laos amid rising demand

* Poetry event held in Laos to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival

Brunei:

* Aim higher and inspire others, Universiti Teknologi Brunei vice chancellor tells star students

* Cleanliness awareness from young age at Brunei school

China's Han Yue celebrates after a point against Indonesia's Putri Kusuma Wardani during the women's singles final at the Hong Kong Open badminton tournament on Sunday, September 15, 2024. - AFPChina's Han Yue celebrates after a point against Indonesia's Putri Kusuma Wardani during the women's singles final at the Hong Kong Open badminton tournament on Sunday, September 15, 2024. - AFP

AseanPlus:

* Hong Kong police confiscate HK$210 million of Ice, biggest seizure of drug on record; Malaysian arrested during raid

* Wanted: 60,000 engineers, as Malaysia seeks talent to drive its chip-sector ambitions

* Hong Kong’s trade office in Kuala Lumpur to open as early as October, Malaysian envoy says

* Kerala man dies after idli stuck in his throat during eating competition

* South Korean students suffer sleep deprivation, fatigue, suicidal thoughts

* Hong Kong primed to bring ‘singular and significant value’ to RCEP free-trade pact: John Lee

* China estimates 74 million railway passenger trips during holiday travel rush

* Ex-head of India's RG Kar College charged for alleged evidence tampering in rape case

* President Xi Jinping tones down focus on China’s growth targets as headwinds mount

* Hong Kong primed to bring ‘singular and significant value’ to RCEP free-trade pact: John Lee

* Hong Kong’s Ocean Park may live-stream panda cubs before highly anticipated public debut

* US House approves legislation to restrict tax credits for EVs using Chinese battery technology

* Senior US official praises China’s cooperation on export controls for technology transfers

* China sets some global standards for 6G tech as it looks towards next-gen communications

* Released Indian opposition leader Kejriwal to resign as Delhi chief minister

* Election in Jammu and Kashmir, the first in nearly a decade, marks new chapter for region

* China ‘square dancing aunties’ vilified for ‘disrespectful’ performance at martyr’s cemetery

* Pope Francis’ Asia trip is all about China - Roman Catholic Church covets the ultimate prize: a visit to China

* Historic private astronaut mission - Polaris Dawn spacecraft - returns home after splashing down off Florida

* Kishida to make final overseas visit to US as prime minister on Sept 21; will visit United Nations, attend quad leaders summit

* Feline stationmasters bring in business to struggling railway in Hiroshima; Station sees over 5,000 visitors in six months

* A new era in Asian soccer begins Monday when the AFC Champions League Elite debuts

* Commonwealth Games president backs Australia's investment offer for Glasgow 2026 bid

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