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Malaysia's government has approved 46 development projects totalling RM207.2 million for Pasir Puteh parliamentary constituency in Kelantan, focusing on downstream industrial infrastructure to maximise the East Coast Rail Link's economic potential.
Indonesia and India are accelerating financial cooperation through a cross-border QR payment system, with President Prabowo honouring PM Modi. Meanwhile, Super Typhoon Inday threatens the Philippines, Singapore unveils tourism ambitions, and Thailand demands immediate fuel price cuts.
Melaka is investing RM129 million in a 12-kilometre road project to connect its port facilities and enhance the state's logistics capabilities, with construction expected to begin next year.
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has committed to restoring the consumption tax on food to its standard 8% rate after a temporary two-year reduction beginning April 2027, addressing concerns about the nation's deteriorating fiscal position.