Philippine congress approves ban on offshore gaming operators on 2nd reading
The approval of the bill on second reading came over two months after the House committee on games and amusements gave the nod to the committee report.
After 100 days, little to show for Indonesia President Prabowo’s energy, food security plans
Prabowo’s ambitious vows of energy and food security have yet to materialize in actionable, short-term rules, with the administration’s stance on the energy transition and…
South Korean conservative representative Lee Jun-seok effectively launches presidential bid
Seeking to draw parallels to US Presidents John F. Kennedy and Barack Obama — who both took office in their 40s — Lee, 39, argued that South Korea, too, must embrace a younger…
Visitor ban on impeached South Korean President Yoon to be lifted, lawyers mull bail request
Right-wing politicians seek to take advantage of the eased restrictions to rally support for the conservative president.
Bhutan faces AI readiness gaps, calls for national strategy
A UNDP report also pointed out transparency in AI systems as a concern, with limited monitoring mechanisms and underdeveloped concepts of explainability.
Philippine Catholic church vows transparency following sex abuse report
BishopAccountability.Org, a US-based sex abuse tracking group, on Wednesday made public a database identifying 82 priests and brothers with ties to the Philippines who have been…
No compromise on sovereignty, domestic affairs in exchange for aid: Cambodian People’s Party
The ruling party reaffirmed this stance during its 45th Central Committee Convention, held on January 25–26 at the party's headquarters in Phnom Penh’s Chamkarmon district.…
Political turmoil a hit to South Korea’s image but temporary, say foreign residents
Others, however, describe it as a significant hit to the nation's international reputation and trust in its democratic institutions.
Rail communications suspended across Bangladesh as train drivers, staffers go on strike
Bangladesh Railway operates more than 350 passenger trains, including over 100 intercity trains, and over three dozen freight trains every day.
Majority of Thais disagree with legalising of casinos, online gambling
Nearly 60 percent are opposed to the government initiative, per a recent survey.