2.GROWING DOLPHIN POPULATION -- FRESH NEWS

The Irrawaddy dolphin population in the Mekong River has increased to 117 following the sighting of a newborn calf in Kratie province. The three-day-old calf was discovered on March 31.

INDONESIA 

1.INDONESIA TO EXPORT UREA TO 3 NATIONS AMID STRAIT OF HORMUZ CLOSURE -- ANTARA

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman stated that three countries have requested urea fertilizer imports from Indonesia amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

2.STATE GUARANTEES ALL COMPENSATIONS FOR FALLEN INDONESIAN PEACEKEEPERS -- ANTARA

Chief of the Indonesian Military Army Staff (TNI AD), General Maruli Simanjuntak, confirmed that all compensations for the three Indonesian soldiers killed in southern Lebanon will be fully provided by the state.

LAOS

1.SAFETY RULES FOR HOT AIR BALLOON -- VIENTIANE TIMES

Authorities are urging stricter supervision of hot air balloon and paramotor services that are popular with tourists in Vang Vieng town. Operators are directed to ensure their equipment is in proper condition to ensure public safety. 

2.MOVING TO DIGITAL SPACE FOR EFFICIENCY -- VIENTIANE TIMES 

The government is partnering with the private sector to develop a digital public service portal. It will help to streamline administrative procedures, reduce processing times, enhance transparency and improve government services efficiency.

MYANMAR

1.NEW GOVERNMENT TO LEAD THE NATION -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

Newly elected President Min Aung Hlaing said the state’s responsibilities will be transferred to a new government soon. The incoming government will continue to promote development under a democratic system.

2.DRUG PIPELINE SMASHED BY SECURITY FORCES -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR 

Security forces have crippled a syndicate involved in trafficking narcotics to Rakhine state. During the operation, 7.8 million stimulant tablets concealed in 39 sacks covered with lime bags were seized.

PHILIPPINES

1. FAIR WEATHER TO PREVAIL ACROSS PH ON MONDAY-- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY  Fair weather will prevail throughout the country on Monday, the weather bureau said.

2. GSIS TO RELEASE P19B IN LOAN REFUNDS FOR 1.37M MEMBERS, PENSIONERS-- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) will release more than PHP19 billion under its Balik Ginhawa (Loan Moratorium Through Refund) program, benefiting 1.37 million members and pensioners with active loan accounts.

SINGAPORE

1. BODY FOUND OFF INDONESIA BELIEVED TO BE MISSING PERSON FROM COLLISION BETWEEN VESSELS NEAR SINGAPORE'S SOUTHERN ISLANDS -- CNA

A body found floating off the sea of Karimun, Indonesia is believed to be the missing person from a collision between a pleasure craft and a supply vessel near the Southern Islands, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said on Sunday.

2. SINGAPORE STUDY REVEALS ROLE OF DIFFERENT BRAIN REGIONS IN REGULATING IMPULSIVE BEHAVIOUR --  THE STRAITS TIMES

A study here has uncovered how different regions of the brain interact to enable self-control by suppressing impulsive behaviours and enabling individuals to act at the right moment.

THAILAND

1.THAILAND SWELTERS AS TEMPERATURES SOAR PAST 42°C WITH HAZE -- THE NATION

Thailand braces for extreme heat up to 42°C, with haze and thunderstorms forecast across upper regions, the Thai Meteorological Department warns.

2. ANUTIN PLANS TO PRESENT NEW MEASURES TO BOOST ECONOMY -- BANGKOK POST

The government is preparing urgent economic and policy measures ahead of its parliamentary statement, aiming to boost growth, ease living costs and steer Thailand out of the middle income trap.

VIETNAM

1.DATA-DRIVEN EXPORT STRATEGIES -- VIETNAMPLUS

Local exporters are leveraging e-commerce to capture global markets. They are adopting data-driven strategies and brand-led marketing to expand exports. Exporters are shifting away from the traditional export model. 

2.ROADMAP TO PROMOTE MEDICAL TOURISM -- VIETNAMPLUS

The Health Ministry is seeking public feedback to develop high-quality medical services and promote medical tourism. The medical tourism market is projected to expand to nearly US$4 billion (RM16 billion) by 2033.

-- BERNAMA