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Many Malaysians calling for law ensuring young ones take care of their elders

Malaysia only has eight government-run elder care centres under the Social Welfare Dep­artment, while most private or charity homes operate without proper licensing due to red…

  • Published: October 24, 20252:13 pm
  • Author Fazleena Aziz and Khoo Jian Teng
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Senior Indian Congress leader Ramesh targets central government over Russian oil

This development comes after US President Donald Trump claimed that India would stop buying oil from Russia, sparking controversy over the government’s stance.

  • Published: October 24, 20252:09 pm
  • Author The Statesman
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AI cameras to cover all intersections in Hanoi

The system of 1,873 AI cameras will start work from December, gradually improving infrastructure and contributing to ensuring safety as well as reducing traffic congestion in the…

  • Published: October 24, 20252:06 pm
  • Author Viet Nam News
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Pakistan approves ban on Islamist party under anti-terrorism act

A press release issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) after the meeting said the ban was “unaimously” approved by the federal cabinet.

  • Published: October 24, 20252:03 pm
  • Author Tahir Sherani and Abdullah Momand
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South Korean Gender Minister pledges to address inequality felt by young men

The newly renamed Ministry of Gender Equality and Family will respond to some of the backlash sparked by recent changes, and fears that addressing "reverse discrimination" claimed…

  • Published: October 24, 20251:58 pm
  • Author Choi Jeong-yoon
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Bangladesh chief adviser’s team and bureaucrats failed to push reforms forward: economist

Renowned economist Debapriya Bhattacharya today said that it is regrettable that the enthusiasm and dedication the chief adviser showed in regard to the White Paper, taskforce…

  • Published: October 24, 20251:56 pm
  • Author The Daily Star
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How five-year plans drive China’s progress

John Ross, former director of London Economics and Business Policy Bureau in the UK affirmed the effectiveness of China's economic planning system, arguing it "provides an…

  • Published: October 24, 20259:22 am
  • Author China Daily
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Militarism, top-down policy muddle Indonesian President Prabowo’s first year: think tank

Growing military involvement in civilian affairs, including President Prabowo’s flagship programs, may put civilians, especially those in vulnerable communities, at risk,…

  • Published: October 24, 20258:20 am
  • Author Gembong Hanung
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Japan PM Takaichi’s Cabinet wins 80% support among youth; survey finds equal backing among men, women

The Ishiba Cabinet received relatively stronger support from older generations, while the Takaichi Cabinet is bolstered by younger people, the survey also indicated.

  • Published: October 24, 20258:15 am
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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Bangladeshi government to ease labour union requirement

The advisory council approved a draft ordinance to allow groups of as few as 20 workers to apply to form a trade union, a major regulatory shift in worker representation,…

  • Published: October 24, 20258:00 am
  • Author Asifur Rahman and Sukanta Halder

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