Power grids have to cool scorching heat
Rising temperatures, combined with resumption of economic activity after the Covid-19 outbreaks, have significantly raised the demand for energy, especially electricity.
Pelosi’s Taiwan visit could raise tensions
The Taiwanese government, neither confirming nor denying the visit, stated that it would continue to invite high-profile US lawmakers.
Russia must honor agreement it made and allow grain to reach the world
The attack on the port of Odessa undermines mediation efforts and raises grave questions about whether Russia is willing to seriously implement the agreement.
Myanmar junta’s barbaric act
The paper says Asean will only humiliate itself to the world if it stops at condemning or deploring the general for his brutality.
Risk of a perfect storm in Pakistan
In a scenario where panic sets in and speculative pressures mount, people start converting rupees into dollars as a hedge against risk.
No planning: The root cause of ills in Bangladesh’s power sector
With gas production declining, the continued high dependency on gas in the power sector is a serious mistake.
Efficient cross-border payment system can be boon to migrant workers, recovery
The challenges to developing a cross-border payment system include high costs, slow speeds, limited access and inadequate transparency.
A love letter to airports
At airports, people are between worlds, and it's a journey within a journey
The roots of Mahathir’s Tanah Melayu remarks
The former prime minister’s comments reflect a cultural nationalism centred on a Malay realm whose reach extends far beyond the peninsula.
Prevailing in the power game will be in vain if the economy tanks
The tenuous state of the economy urges an end to political turmoil and calls for responsible economic management in the months ahead.