Nepal’s Supreme Court set to decide on petition on women’s representation in local governments
Previously, the commission did not to make it mandatory for parties to field a woman when they nominate candidates in only one of two executive positions.
Cambodia’s education sector heading toward digital reform
The ministry issued reform measures to build the digital system and develop its capacity through enforcing result-based management with solutions for each sub-sector of education.
Malaysians set to hit the road during double holiday stretch
However, it is expected that air travel from Singapore and Indonesia would remain sluggish due to the standard operating procedures imposed when travelling to Malaysia.
India’s vice-president calls upon exporters to explore newer markets
Pointing out that India is a young nation, he also stressed the need to fully realize the potential of the demographic dividend.
Ruling State Administration Council calls for peace talks with rebels in Myanmar
SAC chief Min Aung Hlaing called for representatives to register by May 9, saying that he would meet them personally.
Palm oil crisis shakes up Indonesia’s politics, global supplies
Indonesia is the world's largest producer, accounting for more than half of the world's palm oil supply. China and India are among major importers of Indonesia’s palm oil.
All in the family: Philippine dynasties tighten grip on power
The archipelago has produced about 319 dynastic families, dating back to when the country was a US colony in the first half of the 20th century, according to an expert.
‘Mudik’ trips pick up as Indonesia government trials traffic policies
For millions of Muslims in Indonesia, this year’s Idul Fitri will be the first time that they have been allowed to head home to celebrate the national holiday since the start of…
Ruling affirms support for women in ending sexual violence on campus
To the relief of those who have been fighting to end violence against women, the Supreme Court has rejected a petition to revoke provisions on consent for on-campus sexual…
The ‘other epidemic’ hit kids hard: Malaysian Mental Health Association
The Malaysian Mental Health Association president confirmed that there was a spike in mental health cases among children during the movement control order period.