China’s carbon emissions fall for first time since Covid lockdowns: Report
The world’s second biggest economy has vowed to peak emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060 — but authorities have struggled to wean the country off its…
Gender-based violence rose by 53 percent during the pandemic
While the spread and mortality due to Covid-19 in Bhutan has been minimal, its impact on the economy and society has been enormous.
Over half of S. Koreans say inter-Korean summit at Beijing Olympics not possible: Poll
In the same survey, 67.2 percent said an end-of-war declaration is necessary, while 27.6 percent said it is not.
Afghanistan’s humanitarian disaster is about to deepen
This situation was not a bolt from the blue but an extension of harmful politics. The tipping point was the 2020 Doha deal between the US and the Afghan Taliban.
Most Pakistanis believe country is headed in wrong direction: Ipsos survey
The survey also found inflation to be the "most worrying issue for Pakistanis".
Cambodia health ministry to establish Covid-19 jab plan according to science
According to the health ministry, the Covid-19 vaccination rate in Cambodia as of November 23 stands at 88.17 per cent of the total population of around 16 million.
China’s Xi: Step up reforms of sci-tech sector
President Xi Jinping also called for developing a unified national market system for electrical power.
Ministry, NGO join hands to divert children away from jails
The programme will give youths an opportunity to change their ways through continuing education, vocational training and life skills.
Asian stocks mixed after Fed says ready to act on inflation
Shanghai and Seoul declined while Tokyo, Hong Kong and Sydney advanced.
Prabowo, Megawati cozy up ahead of election, but political obstacles remain
The meeting prompted speculation that Megawati was seeking to play kingmaker by bringing Puan and Prabowo together to test the waters.