Economic woes in Laos drive workers overseas
Rising cost of living and paltry wages mean that workers struggle to earn a living and make ends meet, this is despite the government raising the minimum wage last year in a bid…
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Rising share of remittances sent home by Indians working in Singapore and other advanced economies
According to the World Bank, India has been the top recipient of remittances since 2008.
Can South Korea clean up its streets by electrifying old motorcycles? Government study begins
This comes as part of the government’s broader push to reduce urban air pollution and noise, particularly in densely populated areas like Seoul.
Meta, TikTok back Indonesia’s push for child online safety
Signed by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on March 28, the government regulation on child protection for electronic system providers mandates platforms to implement more…
Russian air force plan in Indonesia draws controversy
Reports on the proposal were immediately dismissed by the Indonesian government.
Malaysian medical product manufacturers brace for possible fluid tariffs
According to the Health Ministry, Malaysia’s medical device exports to the United States were valued at RM13.69bil (US$3.07bil) in 2024, making up 36.97% of the country’s…
Myanmar earthquake has left 3,735 dead, 5,108 injured, and 120 missing to date
In terms of rescue workers, 2,094 people have arrived, as well as 2,514.6 tons of relief supplies and 1,197.12 tons of relief materials.
South Korean military under fire for ‘lack of discipline’ after series of major accidents
The series of incidents came amid a leadership vacuum in the military that began in December, prompting security concerns due to signs of a weakened defense posture.
Indonesian President Prabowo faces leadership test as former president Jokowi’s influence lingers
Mr. Prabowo, who assumed office late last year, has faced renewed questions about the loyalty of his cabinet after a steady stream of his ministers who are allied with Mr. Jokowi…
Chinese executive linked to Bangkok building collapse arrested
Preliminary findings revealed that three Thai nationals were used as proxy shareholders on behalf of foreign interests, violating Thailand’s Foreign Business Act.