Japan eyes setting up child agency in FY 2023
The agency's mission will be to provide seamless support for children regardless of age and get rid of sectionalism within the government
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Myanmar opposition raises $8.6m through ‘revolution’ bonds
The move is probably the biggest yet to generate funds for its "revolution" to topple the ruling military junta
PM, defence minister urge vaccinations for eligible kids
As of November 21, over 14 million people aged five and older out of Cambodia’s total population of around 16 million people have been vaccinated.
Nepal Covid-19 samples to be sent to UK to widen whole-genome sequencing testing
Authorities seek to know the current Covid-19 variant in circulation to be able to prepare effective pandemic strategies.
Beijing to start reservation system for Tiananmen Square
The move seems to be aimed at preventing possible unrest from terrorism, demonstrations or other disruptive incidents, as Beijing steps up preparatins for Winter Olympics
Jemaah Islamiah militants infiltrate mainstream Islamic groups
New information points to their links in mainstream religious organisations, government institutions and national politics
Barisan Nasional’s gamble of fielding new faces pays off
Of its candidates for the 28 seats, 24 were new faces in the Melaka state election
Bhutan Ministry of Health plans Covid-19 booster doses for priority groups
These people include elderly and immunocompromised individuals who have undergone major surgeries and those who have a weakened immune system due to some chronic illness.
China decides to downgrade diplomatic ties with Lithuania
Beijing said the creation of the Taiwanese Representative Office in Lithuania creates a false impression of "one China, one Taiwan"
Japanese train, airline fares to go up in spring
Travelers are likely to face increased prices as transportation firms hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic look to spread the burden.