Laos plans faster feasibility study for proposed Vietnam oil pipeline
An infrastructure agreement was signed on October 8, but technical assessments and investment arrangements are still needed before construction can start.
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- FootballIndonesia
Borneo FC overturn deficit to beat Taiwan Steel 3-1
Three second-half goals kept the Samarinda club top of Group D with six points in the AFC Challenge League.
- Film & MovieSingapore
The Assassin(s) opens Singapore film festival despite withdrawal calls
SGIFF retained the South Korean political thriller after opposition politicians alleged that it misrepresented a 1974 assassination attempt.
Advocacy groups seek EU sanctions across Myanmar’s oil and gas sector
The groups cite a Cyprus-registered company’s involvement at the Zawtika gas field and want European firms excluded from projects in Myanmar.
- BadmintonIndonesia
Alwi Farhan beats Lin Chun Yi to reach French Open last 16
The Indonesian will face Hong Kong's Angus Ng Ka Long on 22 October after overcoming the All England 2026 champion in three games.
- EconomyVietnam
Vietnam outlines 2027 APEC finance priorities as it takes chairmanship
The four themes address capital markets, data-driven financing, development resources and skills for young people working in finance.
- FootballIndonesia
Calvin Verdonk becomes first Indonesian passport holder to start in Champions League
The Indonesia left-back started for Lille against Galatasaray, but the French club lost 4-2 for their third defeat in three matches.
- Trade & PolicyIndonesia
Indonesia reviews slow-performing special economic zones
Investment in the zones reached Rp46 trillion in January–September 2026, equivalent to 67% of the full-year target.
- Business & CompaniesPhilippines
Philippines sees potential agriculture investment of up to US$100 million
Coffee and seaweed drew a combined 50 per cent of investment pledges following a forum in Rome, an agriculture official said.
- Business & CompaniesIndonesia
Indonesia sets out free vessel programme for traditional fishers
The fleet replacement covers 4,582 boats, with investment estimated at Rp234.55 trillion and completion targeted for 2029.
