Securing Manila’s future water supply
The decades-long delay in implementation highlights the need for the government to improve its procedures in obtaining permits for crucial projects.
Pakistan needs to evolve a counter-terrorism strategy that reflects national resolve
The writer says that the state institutions failed to realise that society would not buy the idea of talking to the terrorists.
Kin-keeping: The invisible work women do (and why men should care)
The writer says we should share the unseen mental load that goes into managing a household so that there can be gender parity at home.
Chief executive, business leaders spell out Hong Kong opportunities in Saudi Arabia
Chief Executive John Lee also said that he would meet with high-ranking local government officials, business leaders for his upcoming trip to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab…
Increasing American bases may not bring the Philippines safety
By strengthening its military presence in the Philippines, the paper says the US doubtlessly hurts regional stability and increases regional tensions.
Both sides have come to share awareness about countering China
The unity of Japan, the United States and European nations is essential to restore the international order, which has been shaken by China and Russia.
The Cambodian nightmare
As one of the top corrupt countries in Asia, according to Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index 2022, Cambodia provides the perfect breeding ground for sleazy…
Only genuine electoral reform can reignite voter interest
The culture of fear, distrust and criminality that still plagues our electoral system must be removed, and the ruling party must play a leading role in this.
Calling the by-polls ‘free and fair’ dims hope for 2024
The writer says these by-elections are nothing more than a mere fulfilment of legal obligations, as it won't be able to bring in any change in parliamentary balance.
ASEAN matters
A key indicator of success for Jokowi will depend on his ability to convince average Indonesians that ASEAN matters to them, and is not just for bureaucrats and businesspeople.