Asian American hate crimes increased in US during pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has exposed various racial discrimination problems existing throughout multiple societies.
Trust in the Bangladesh justice system lost due to delayed action
Long delays in trials, harassment surrounding giving testimonies are among a number of obstacles that discourage people from seeking justice.
Hong Kong’s jobless rate rises to 5%
Nearly all major economic sectors saw an increase in both the unemployment rate (not seasonally adjusted) and underemployment rate.
FAO Cambodia pledges to work on agricultural gender equality
The promotion of equal representation will be conducted through the training of family members in matters such as agricultural skills and the use of digital technology.
New market violence: Police actions were too little, too late
Both shopkeepers and students alleged that a lack of prompt action by the police allowed the violence to continue, who in turn, claimed to have “played a neutral role” in the…
Japan govt preparing additional cash handouts for low-income households
The latest handout, amounting to ¥100,000 (US$780) will cover households that were newly exempted from resident tax from fiscal 2022.
South Korea’s longest serving fiscal chief to retire amid mixed reviews
While some say that Hong Nam-ki has uplifted the economy, critics argue he has taken the lead in reckless use of taxpayers’ money despite mounting government debt.
Some parties out to oust govt: Bangladesh PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said the Communist Party and left-leaning parties are fostering an alliance with the BNP-Jamaat to return the country to an era of darkness.
Jokowi calls for earlier trips ahead of looming ‘mudik’ congestion
With some 85 million people expected to travel for Idul Fitri festivities, the Indonesian government has asked people to make earlier homebound journeys.
No abnormalities yet discovered in MU5735 investigation
Investigations revealed the qualifications of the crew, and the maintenance and release personnel all met requirements and the airworthiness certificate was valid.