Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Monday appointed Suahasil Nazara as the new finance minister, replacing Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa in a cabinet reshuffle at the State Palace in Jakarta.

2.INDONESIA MAY REQUIRE GLOBAL DIGITAL PLATFORMS TO OPEN LOCAL OFFICES -- ANTARA

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The Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry is reviewing existing regulations that could require global digital platforms to establish representative offices in Indonesia, as the government seeks to strengthen oversight and ensure compliance with domestic laws.

LAOS

1.CALL FOR GLOBAL ACTION ON CLUSTER MUNITIONS -- VIENTIANE TIMES

Laos has called for global action to address cluster munitions and their humanitarian impact as it hosts the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, which started on Monday in Vientiane.

2.MEKONG NATIONS PUSH ECONOMIC CORRIDOR AGENDA -- VIENTIANE TIMES

The Greater Mekong Subregion is trying to turn economic corridors into practical projects to strengthen regional connectivity, trade and inclusive growth. The 14th GMS Economic Corridors Forum is taking place in Vientiane from September 14-15.

MYANMAR

1.MORE DIRECT FLIGHTS PLANNED WITH CAMBODIA -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

Myanmar and Cambodia are planning to expand direct air connectivity, including establishing Bagan and Siem Reap as sister cities and introducing additional direct flights between the two popular tourist destinations.

2.EMBASSY WARNS OF IMPROPER PASSPORT APPLICATIONS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR

The Myanmar Embassy in Malaysia has warned that incomplete or improperly prepared applications are delaying passport extensions. Such applications may be postponed and could be rejected or blocked in future submissions.

PHILIPPINE

1.Another big-time fuel price hike takes effect Tuesday - PNA

Fuel prices are set for another increase this week by more than PHP5 per liter.

2.PCG COMPLETES CABIN SEARCH ON JUNE ASTER, ORDERS SALVAGE OPERATION - PNA

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has completed its search of the passenger cabins and crew areas aboard the fire-gutted MV June Aster off Coron, Palawan.

SINGAPORE

1. AIR QUALITY IN ALL REGIONS OF SINGAPORE IN UNHEALTHY RANGE; CENTRAL AREA THE WORST WITH 24-HOUR PSI EXCEEDING - CNA

Air quality in Singapore worsened on Tuesday, with all five regions recording unhealthy levels.

2. FUEL PRICES UP IN S’PORE AS MID-EAST CONFLICT PUSHES DIESEL PAST S$4 PER LITRE AT MAJOR RETAILERS -- THE STRAITS TIMES

Pump prices in Singapore at the major retailers rose by between eight and 12 cents a litre on Sept 14, ending a two-month period of relative stability as the escalating conflict in the Middle East impacted global energy markets.

THAILAND

1. FIVE OIL FIRMS EYE THAILAND'S PLANNED 2026 ANDAMAN BIDS -- THE NATION

Thailand’s Energy Ministry hopes to launch its 26th petroleum bidding round in the Andaman Sea by late 2026, with five major energy companies identified as potential participants, but Cabinet approval of key fiscal terms remains pending, according to Bangkok Biznews.

2. THAILAND MOVES TO END 'WORLD WASTE BIN' IMAGE -- BANGKOK POST

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin on Monday led a search operation targeting an illegal waste disposal network at Laem Chabang Port in Chon Buri, vowing to end Thailand's reputation as the world's waste bin.

VIETNAM

1.OVERSEAS VIETNAMESE KEY FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH -- VIETNAMPLUS

Mobilising Vietnamese people overseas to support economic growth, technological development and international integration is an important move by the government. About six million Vietnamese are living overseas.

2.HANOI AUTUMN FESTIVAL TO SHOWCASE CULTURE -- VIETNAMPLUS

The Hanoi Autumn Festival 2026 themed “Hanoi Autumn – Journey of Emotions”, will showcase the capital’s autumn charm through a series of cultural spaces featuring its heritage, arts, cuisine and traditional experiences. The festival is scheduled for September 25–27.

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