No rice, no bread, no peace: Food security is a national security
More than its contribution to economic development, food security is also part of robust defense systems.
Sri Lanka needs more than economic reforms
Sri Lanka’s economy is continuing to deteriorate with barely any dollars in the government’s possession even to pay for essentials such as fuel and medicine.
It is PML-N’s indecision pushing economy into crisis: Editorial
The writer says each day of their own indecision is costing the treasury billions of rupees and wreaking further destruction on the capital markets.
Job opportunities for disabled people: A mission impossible?
A lack of data on the part of the Manpower Ministry has challenged the social affairs agencies to develop vocational training programs, build disabled-friendly training facilities…
A strong US-ASEAN partnership starts with Myanmar
While the US can play an important role, ASEAN should lead the way in resolving the Myanmar crisis and restoring the democratically-elected government of Myanmar.
‘One country, two systems’ best for Hong Kong
The writer says Hong Kong has thrived under the "one country, two systems" framework and due to the central government's policies.
Marcos’ ‘people power’
The paper says there are reasons to believe the Philippines might again fall into the grip of political dynasties.
We need to uplift the forgotten women behind Asia’s plastic waste recycling systems
By uplifting women doing informal waste work, we may eventually find new, more equitable paths to a sustainable, plastic waste-free future.
The soaring price of cooking oil is unforgivable for ordinary Indonesians
The writer says the palm oil industry must remember the environmental and social costs of their businesses are enormous.
Macron’s EU proposal: A potential mechanism for Southeast Asia?
The writer says the region could have a new regional architecture in which certain nations could invest without abandoning ASEAN and its ossified rules.