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Indonesia: Militants killed in gunfight with police
Indonesian anti-terror police shot dead two alleged militants in an exchange of fire on May 15 in North Sumatra province, local media reported.
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ASEAN
Thai Muslims invited to observe the moon for Ramadan
Thailand's astronomical research institute has held a lunar observation workshop in preparation for Ramadan.
Culture - Sports
Cham Bani people in Binh Thuan celebrate Ramuwan festival
Ethnic Cham people in the central province of Binh Thuan has started celebrations to welcome their traditional Ramuwan festival, the biggest festival for the Cham community in Vietnam.
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Indonesia accelerates cycle track upgrade for ASIAD 18
Indonesia has strived to complete refurbishment of the Velodrom Rawamangun cycle track in Jakarta for the 18th Asian Games (ASIAD 18) by the end of April, before the Ramadan month of Muslims.
Culture - Sports
Muslims contribute to National great unity
With more than 1.6 billion followers, Islam is one of the largest religions in the world. In Vietnam, it is one of the country’s six major religions to be officially recognised.
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Indonesian economy forecast to grow by 5.3 percent in Q2
The Indonesian economy is expected to grow by 5.1-5.3 percent in the second quarter of 2017 thanks to a rise in domestic consumption.
Culture - Sports
Muslims wrap up Ramadan fast
Ramadan is the most important season for all Muslims around the world. To mark the end of the month, a festival of the breaking of the fast, called Eid, is held.
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Malaysian faces five risks, challenges: PM Najib Razak
Malaysian Prime Minister (PM) Najib Razak has pointed out five risks and challenges facing his country in a message marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
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Thailand closes six border crossings with Malaysia
Thailand’s authorities announced on June 8 that six auxiliary crossings on its border with Malaysia have been closed to prevent militants of the self-proclaimed Islamic State (IS) from entering the country.
Society
Cham ethnic minorities in An Giang begin Ramadan month
Ceremonies were held at 28 mosques across the Mekong Delta province of An Giang on May 26 to mark the beginning of Ramadan, the month of fasting for Muslims.
Society
No Vietnamese hurt in Jakarta blasts
There is no information that any Vietnamese nationals were affected by twin blasts in Jakarta on May 24, Vietnamese Ambassador to Indonesia Hoang Anh Tuan told Vietnam News Agency.
Society
Binh Thuan: Cham Bani people celebrate Ramuwan festival
Ethnic Cham people in the central province of Binh Thuan began celebrations to welcome their traditional Ramuwan festival, the biggest festival for the Islamic community in Vietnam, on May 24.
Society
Ninh Thuan: Muslim Cham people busy preparing for Ramuwan
Thousands of Cham Bani or Muslim Cham people in the south central province of Ninh Thuan are busy preparing for Ramuwan (Ramadan), their traditional New Year festival, from May 24-26.
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Thai police put down prison riot in Pattani
Thai police on July 16 put down a riot erupting at the central jail in southern Pattani province in previous day that left three prisoners dead and five people injured, including a prison staff.
Society
An Giang: Cham ethnic people celebrate Ramadan month
The Islamic Cham ethnic community in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang are celebrating Ramadan festival, beginning one month of fasting from June 6.
Society
Islamic Cham people in Ninh Thuan celebrate New Year
The Islamic Cham people in the central province of Ninh Thuan will celebrate their Ramuwan (Ramadan) New Year festival, the biggest of the local Islamic community, from June 4-6.
World
Indonesia reports less road accident fatalities during Ramadan
The fatalities from traffic accidents during the celebration of the
holy month of Ramadan and Homecoming festival Idul Fitri which fell
from July 10-22 this year totalled 529, a year on year reduction of 17
percent, according to the Indonesian police.
