Government appeals Jakarta air pollution verdict against Jokowi
The ruling found the President and other top government officials guilty of negligence for failing to tackle Jakarta’s chronic air pollution.
India has adequate coal stock , says coal ministry
The country faces an energy crisis with coal stocks set to dwindle to an all time low.
China to bolster power, coal supplies
China to bolster power, coal supplies
Journalists Maria Ressa from Philippines and Russia’s Dmitry Muratov win Nobel Peace Prize
The two were given the award for their courageous fight for freedom of expression in the Philippines and Russia.
Indonesia’s new overhauled tax law rushed through Parliament
The passage of the bill has been described as one of the hastiest deliberations in the country's history.
Ismail Sabri to share insights on Malaysian Family concept
The PM first mentioned the concept in his inaugural speech on Aug 22 as he invited Malaysians to set aside their differences.
Long-term plans needed to protect Metro Manila’s most vulnerable from rising seas
The waters that sustain him and his community also pose an existential challenge in the years ahead.
Air pollution deaths in Jakarta ‘may double’ by 2030: study
The report ranks Jakarta among the top three of 61 cities observed worldwide for premature deaths related to such pollution.
‘Northern Metropolis’ to be HK’s ‘second economic engine, says Lam
A sprawling metropolis there will facilitate economic integration with Shenzhen.
Insurers set their sights on pet owners
Keeping pets has become more popular in Chinese cities and owners are also now more willing to take their animals to vets.