China-Cambodia’s relations will continue to flourish despite global challenges. Both governments pledged to maintain cordial ties and will work to build on important consensus, enhance strategic mutual trust, and deepen bilateral cooperation.

 2. CAMPAIGN AGAINST MISINFORMATION -- AGENCE KAMPUCHEA PRESSE

The Ministry of Information is urging the public to verify information before sharing it to curb the spread of fake news. The ministry advocates for the "Think Before You Share" principle to maintain a clean, transparent and responsible information environment.

INDONESIA

1. INDONESIA'S DIESEL IMPORT HALT BUFFERS SUPPLY AGAINST GLOBAL RISKS—ANTARA

Indonesia has sufficient stocks of diesel fuel and remains safe from potential disruptions to global supplies, as the country stopped importing the fuel type in early 2026, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said.

2. TWO BENGAL TIGER CUBS AT BANDUNG ZOO DIE OF PANLEUKOPENIA -- ANTARA

Two eight-month-old Bengal tiger cubs, Huru and Hara, at Bandung Zoo died from panleukopenia, according to the West Java Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BBKSDA).

LAOS

1. ADB SPEARHEADS LAOS’ PROGRESS -- VIENTIANE TIMES

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has reaffirmed its commitment to support Laos’ socio-economic development. It has contributed to poverty eradication, environmental protection, water and sanitation services, and improving connectivity and regional trade.

2. HAILSTORM DESTROYS HOUSES, SCHOOLS -- VIENTIANE TIMES

Authorities are carrying out relief operations after a hailstorm caused widespread damage in Sikhottabong and Naxaithong districts on Sunday, affecting about 5,000 houses and buildings. Schools, temples, health facilities and government buildings were damaged.

MYANMAR

 1. LEADERSHIP CHANGE IN ARMED FORCES -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

Myanmar marked its 81st Armed Forces Day yesterday with a colourful parade and fireworks. The armed forces will undergo a major leadership reshuffle after the celebration.

2. PENALISED FOR NOT FILING ANNUAL RETURNS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

Four hundred companies were struck off the registry between January and February after failing to file annual returns on the online system. A total of 7,300 companies failed to submit their returns last year.

PHILIPPINES

1. WARM, HUMID WEATHER TO PREVAIL ACROSS PH FRIDAY -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

The prevailing easterlies will cause warm and humid weather throughout the country on Friday, the weather bureau said.

2. OVER 1K PAMPANGA RESIDENTS GAIN SECURITY OF TENURE UNDER 4PH -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

More than 1,300 low-income residents in Pampanga are now a step closer to securing ownership of the land they have long occupied, following government intervention to make housing more accessible and affordable.

SINGAPORE

 1. AIRLINES IN ASIA RAISE FARES AS JET FUEL PRICES SPIKE, BUT WHAT IF THE MIDDLE EAST WAR DRAGS ON? -- CNA

Airlines in Asia are raising fares as jet fuel prices have more than doubled amid the Middle East conflict, with Singapore Airlines (SIA) and its budget subsidiary Scoot among those affected.

2. NUS TOPS ASIAN UNIVERSITIES IN SUBJECT RANKINGS AGAIN --  THE STRAITS TIMES

The National University of Singapore (NUS) has again emerged as the top university in Asia based on global rankings by subjects, and is placed among the top three worldwide in seven subjects.

THAILAND

1. THAILAND'S SPECIAL CABINET APPROVES 7-STEP OIL CRISIS RELIEF -- THE NATION

Lavaron Sangsnit, Permanent Secretary for Finance, said the special Cabinet meeting on March 25, chaired by Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Finance Minister, had approved in principle the proposal put forward by the Finance Ministry.

 2. THAILAND VOWS TO HOST 1ST DISNEYLAND IN REGION -- BANGKOK POST

The government remains committed to bringing the first Disneyland theme park to Southeast Asia as part of the EEC Capital City project, with potential investors from the Middle East already indicating interest in becoming partners.

VIETNAM

1.TECHNOLOGY USED TO MANAGE CITY TRAFFIC -- VIETNAMPLUS

Hanoi is successfully deploying modern technology like an artificial intelligence-enabled camera system to manage the busy city. The cameras integrated into traffic signals are capable of monitoring and regulating traffic in real time.

2.PROMOTING FAIR MARKET FOR CONSUMERS -- VIETNAMPLUS

A nationwide campaign to strengthen consumer protection is being planned this weekend. The campaign is to promote safe products, help build consumer confidence and create a fair marketplace.

-- BERNAMA