Upcoming Bill protects Malaysia’s gig workers
There was also a proposal to formalise gig workers in the digital labour ecosystem to distinguish them from salaried employees. Introduction of new fair wage structures and a…
Thai immigration service firm raided for alleged scam ties
One of the sites — a two-storey townhome in Khlong Sam Wa district — offered services such as passport applications, work permit renewals, employer changes, and social…
Indian leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi slams government over farmer suicides in Maharashtra
He also highlighted the government’s indifference towards farmers’ plight, contrasting it with the ease with which loans are waived for billionaires like Anil Ambani.
Lahore High Court holds Pakistan ex-PM Imran responsible for ‘conspiracy and abetment’ in May 9 riots
Following the arrest of the ex-premier on May 9, 2023, from the Islamabad High Court’s premises, riots erupted across the country and went on for at least 24 hours. Protesters…
Philippine President Marcos won’t favor businessman, actress in missing cockfighters case
This assurance came following a recent development in the case, in which a suspect named some well-known personalities allegedly involved in the disappearances first reported…
Hong Kong to tighten prison rules, citing national security
The city’s prison population has swelled in recent years after the authorities arrested more than 10,200 people in connection with the huge and sometimes violent pro-democracy…
Probe of South Korean ex-first lady Kim Keon Hee kicks off with Sambu stock manipulation case
The special counsel team on July 3 searched the headquarters of Sambu Construction, a midsized South Korean builder, marking the first step in a probe into one of several…
Amendment to constitution revoking citizenship of Cambodians who ‘collude’ with foreigners ‘imminent’
Speaking at the inauguration of the Cambodian People’s Party provincial headquarters in Kampong Thom this morning, July 3, Prime Minister Hun Manet stated that among nearly 200…
Nepal fears over 60,000 people could get infected with dengue in next three months
Experts call for urgent preparations including, strengthening health facilities and launching effective awareness campaigns.
Thailand concerned over rising costs as Vietnam secures 20% US import tariff deal
Vietnam secures a 20% tariff deal with the US, leaving Thailand to face potential higher costs and competitive disadvantages in exports to the US market.