Japan plans bank capital relief for public-private funding
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
Japan’s Financial Services Agency aims to reduce capital buffers for lower-risk joint investments with state-backed lenders, supporting startups and regional firms.
TMD warns of flood risk as Irrigation Department readies machinery
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
Suriya Jungrungreangkit says national reservoirs can still take 44% more water as officials prepare for heavy rain from Monday (June 8, 2026) to Sunday (June 14, 2026).
ETDA orders face scans and ID checks for social media advertisers
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
Thailand’s Royal Gazette has announced strict new rules requiring platforms such as Facebook, TikTok and Instagram to verify advertisers’ identities and retain data for at least 90 days to curb online scams.
Amnesty International says Cambodia’s online scam industry has expanded despite a nationwide crackdown, with identified scam centres rising from 53 to 86 over the past year and many alleged victims still lacking protection.