Thailand approves over 3 billion USD economic support package

Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan said the 2025 Budget Initiative aims to stimulate SME-driven growth and enhance economic resilience, while bolstering investor confidence.

The Indonesian trade minister said he hopes there won't be any problems because the export trend has been consistently rising, estimating that the country's export trend will remain surplus by May 2025.

Thailand faces a 36% US tariff on its exports if it fails to negotiate a reduction before a moratorium expires in July.

Chinese media noted this marks the third consecutive year PM Chinh has attended the Summer Davos Forum in China, further underscoring his status as a familiar and welcomed figure. It highlighted the increasingly close cooperation and exchange between China and Vietnam, drawing further attention to his continued participation.

The illegal drugs and materials, seized from around Myanmar, were burnt in its three major cities of Yangon, Mandalay, and Taunggyi.

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim suggested that the Kota MADANI smart city initiative serve as a blueprint for urban development nationwide, while highlighting the need for a balanced approach that prioritises public welfare over commercial interests.

At the national level, the Indonesian Government is building a digital HR ecosystem, with the target of producing 9 million digital talents, including AI professionals, by 2030.

The SPaN, which will be operational by 2026, will strengthen the governance of both national and cross-border payment schemes.

Indonesia is committed to pursuing a proactive foreign principle in both political and economic affairs amid rising global geopolitical tensions, according to Indonesian Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati.

Minister Sulaiman issued a 14-day deadline for businesses to rectify practices, while cautioned that failure to comply would prompt strict enforcement measures.

In their statement, the ministers expressed concern over the escalation of tensions in the Middle East since June 13 and welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Iran on June 24. They called on all parties to respect the ceasefire and avoid further escalation of the conflict.

The top three categories of illegal health product listings detected and removed by HSA consisted of medicine for skin and hair conditions (37%); antibiotic, antifungal and antiviral creams, tablets or capsules (15%); and unregistered contact lenses (13%).

Rudy Salim, executive chairman of Prestige Aviation – the company that introduced the EHang 216-S to Indonesia, said its agenda is to continue test flights, so that this can become a future mode of tourism and transportation.

Startup ASEAN platform brings all stakeholders together under one digital roof, expected to promote open innovation, improve access to capital, and strengthen ASEAN’s position as a dynamic and connected innovation powerhouse.

Indonesia as an appealing destination for investment in energy transition. It is Southeast Asia’s largest energy consumer and the region’s fourth most populous country. However, the majority of the country's existing power plants still rely on fossil fuels.

The Vietnam Trade Office in Singapore urged all Vietnamese firms trading with Singapore to seriously comply with its legal regulations, particularly customs requirements.

The 41.26-ha Sanur Health SEZ is expected to attract about 10.2 trillion IDR (about 620 million USD) in investment and create more than 43,000 jobs.

The Grandma Island soccer team was about to go to compete for Setokok Island, Batam city. In the middle of the trip, the boat was hit by waves and overturned.

Mexico's Nuevo León leaders underscored the state’s keen interest in partnering with ASEAN – a region known for dynamic economic growth, a young population, an expanding middle class, and a growing role in global supply chains.

Thailand has imposed a comprehensive ban on electronic waste imports as it grapples with a burgeoning e-waste problem. A 2021 report from the Pollution Control Department revealed that the country generates over 400,000 tonnes of domestic electronic waste annually.