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Sri Lanka is heavily dependent on energy supplies from West Asia and the conflict has significantly affected its energy flow.

President Prabowo Subianto first raised the proposal as part of a wider austerity measure to mitigate potential impacts from the crisis triggered by the United States-Israeli war against Iran.

Among the measures are fast-disbursing budget support and expanded trade and supply chain financing to secure essential imports, including oil.

Malaysia is currently at the tail end of the north-east monsoon, which began in November last year.

Despite these challenges, the government noted that Cambodia’s fuel and electricity supply remains stable, supporting economic activities and public service delivery, based on assessments conducted with the Ministry of Mines and Energy, Electricité du Cambodge (EDC), and fuel import companies.

Under the newly signed framework, cooperation for 2026–2033 will focus on technical and professional support in radiation and nuclear-related fields, including human resource development, enhanced radiation safety capacity, and applications across industry, energy, agriculture, nutrition, water resources, environmental protection, education, research, and international integration.

The government is accelerating efforts to secure emergency shelters due to concerns over threats posed by China, which is rapidly expanding its military capabilities, and North Korea, which has repeatedly launched missiles.

Roaming is expected to significantly advance the development of a system that secures communication services during emergencies.

The Thai foreign ministry’s visa committee had concluded that a 60-day stay may be longer than necessary for most travellers and could create loopholes for people seeking to remain in Thailand without the appropriate visa.

Across all income brackets, respondents most frequently identified high-income groups as the primary source of funding for government welfare programs.

The International Labour Organization warns reduced exports after November may cost jobs, mainly for women, unless Nepal boosts competitiveness.

New agreements include ICT policy dialogue for digital infrastructure, AI partnership for safety and governance, and energy cooperation framework for low-carbon solutions.

The Singapore Air Force (RSAF), the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) and the US Air Force (USAF) are participating in the 32nd edition of Exercise Cope Tiger.

Speaking at Singapore World Water Day and the launch of national water agency PUB’s annual water conservation campaign, Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing noted that the country has the technology to "largely" process the water it needs. But Singapore’s water dependency has now shifted to an energy dependency.

ProPak Asia 2026, one of Asia’s leading trade exhibitions for processing and packaging technology, will return this June with a larger scale, a new venue and a stronger focus on advanced industrial technologies.

For subjects where digital devices are necessary, teachers will grant permission. In emergencies, parents will be able to contact schools via Line or phone numbers provided for urgent needs.

A 2024 report by the United States Institute of Peace estimated that illicit revenues from online scams in Cambodia could exceed US$12.5 billion annually, equivalent to roughly half of the country’s GDP. Prime Minister Hun Manet said the scam centres are seriously damaging Cambodia’s economy and international image, pledging to “clean up” the problem.

The dry season is forecast to last longer than the 30-year average, with residents in Java, Bali, East Nusa Tenggara, and West Nusa Tenggara likely to experience dry conditions for around 10 months.