2. GOVT TO RECRUIT 3,000 TEACHERS, 5,000 STAFF FOR FREE SCHOOL PROGRAM -- ANTARA

The Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs reaffirmed the government’s readiness to recruit more than 3,000 teachers and 5,000 support staff for the operations of the tuition-free Sekolah Rakyat (People’s School) program across 93 locations.

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LAOS

1. CAPITAL’S GROWTH AGENDA OUTLINED -- VIENTIANE TIMES

Vientiane’s Socio-Economic Development Plan for 2026-2030 includes political stability, economic self-reliance, infrastructure development, and improvements in living standards. The plan will also support Laos’ graduation from Least Developed Country status.

2. ADVANCING REGIONAL ENERGY OUTPUT -- VIENTIANE TIMES

Laos and Cambodia signed an agreement to conduct a feasibility study on a cross-border power grid. It is to advance the ASEAN Power Grid initiative under the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation for 2026-2030.

MYANMAR

1. NEW LEADERSHIP FIRM ON PEACE AGENDA -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

The government aims to achieve lasting peace in the country within five years and has invited armed ethnic organisations for peace talks. Dialogues are being held with some ethnic  groups.

2. PENSION FOR CITIZENS AGED ABOVE 85 -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

The Department of Social Welfare is urging senior citizens aged 85 and above to register for their pension. About 150,000 people in the category are currently enjoying the social benefit.

PHILIPPINES

1. SEOUL INTENSIFIES PUSH TO WOO FILIPINO TRAVELLERS -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

South Korea’s capital city Seoul, is intensifying its marketing push to attract more Filipino travellers by highlighting its position as a prime spot for travellers looking to immerse in K-culture and the modern arts.

2. DOLE: DOUBLE PAY FOR PRIVATE SECTOR WORKERS ON EID'L ADHA -- PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

Private sector workers are entitled to receive 200 per cent of their daily salary on Wednesday, a regular holiday in commemoration of Eid’l Adha (Feast of Sacrifice).

SINGAPORE

1. 'AT PEACE': SINGAPORE PILGRIMS FIND CALM AND FAITH AT HAJ AMID MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS -- CNA

Security checks and crowd control measures have been a constant feature of this year's Haj, as the pilgrimage takes place against the backdrop of an ongoing Middle East conflict.

2. BUILDING RESILIENCE IN PEACETIME HELPED SATS POST RECORD REVENUE DESPITE MIDDLE EAST CRISIS: CEO -- THE STRAITS TIMES

Although the conflict in the Middle East scuppered global supply chains and disrupted operations, aviation ground handler SATS was well equipped to handle shipments being diverted.

THAILAND

1. FIVE SOUTHERN THAI PROVINCES PLACED UNDER LANDSLIDE AND RUNOFF ALERT -- THE NATION

The Department of Mineral Resources under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has urged its geohazard monitoring and warning network volunteers, as well as the public in Phang Nga, Ranong, Krabi, Phuket and Satun, to remain on alert.

2. RAIL TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT 'NEEDS WORK' -- BANGKOK POST

Thailand's Consumer Council (TCC) and the Department of Rail Transport (DRT) are pushing for a major overhaul of Bangkok's traffic management system after a deadly train–bus collision exposed critical weaknesses at railway crossings.

VIETNAM

1. HANOI TO HOST ASEAN FUTURE FORUM IN JUNE -- VIETNAMPLUS

Hanoi will host the ASEAN Future Forum 2026 on June 9-10, which will cover a range of current issues amid  global uncertainty. Topics will include development models, energy security, conflict prevention and the use of artificial intelligence.

2. DIGITALISATION KEY FOR AGRICULTURE -- VIETNAMPLUS

The infusion of digitalisation is key for Vietnam’s agriculture exporters to remain competitive and achieve sustainable growth. Traditional advantages such as abundant resources, large-scale output and low-cost labour are gradually diminishing.

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