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According to data from Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), the city-state imported 87.8 million SGD (about 67.5 million USD) worth of rice from Vietnam in the first nine months of 2025.

Vietnam has actively engaged in ASEAN’s discussions, sharing its perspectives and experience in sustainable development and responses to emerging economic challenges.

According to NBTC commissioner Pol Gen Nathathorn Prousoontorn, the move is in response to scam SMS messages originating from overseas.

The world-class Level-4F Techo International Airport, equipped with dual 4 km runways, can accommodate long-haul flights and all types of aircraft, enhancing both passenger and cargo transport.

Palm oil was the third largest investment recipient of Indonesia during the first nine months, following nickel processing (136.1 trillion IDR) and copper (61.2 trillion IDR).

The Malaysian police are fully prepared to carry out security duties for the 47th ASEAN Summit (ASEAN-47) and related meetings, scheduled to take place in the capital city of Kuala Lumpur from October 26-28.

The ASEAN Energy Business Forum 2025 is expected to serve as a platform to initiate partnerships and capture new opportunities for regional energy collaboration.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport Hang Chuon Naron said the campaigns aim to strengthen early childhood care and development, promote inclusive learning.

Data released by the Ministry of Trade and Industry on October 14 showed that the economy expanded by 2.9% year-on-year, slower than the 4.5% growth in the previous quarter but higher than the 2% forecast.

At present, Indonesia still imports around 4.9 million kilolitres of diesel oil, equivalent to 10.58% of total domestic demand. Once B50 is fully rolled out, this imported volume will be completely replaced by domestic supply.

Smart Travel Asia highlighted Bangkok’s strengths as its 24-hour vibrancy and diverse experiences, including food, culture, shopping, and the friendliness of its people.

He said the E-commerce Tax will become effective from February 2026, adding that the four major online marketplaces, namely Blibli, Lazada, Shopee, and Tokopedia.