Covid-19 cases drop by 75% in two months
The country has so far conducted over 20 million tests of Covid-19.
The uncertain reopening of Bhutanese tourism
More than the number of international tourists visiting the country every year, the idea is to promote tourism in a sustainable manner to meet the needs of the present tourists…
Bhutan to integrate smooth transition strategy in next Plan for LDC graduation
Bhutan will graduate from UN’s list of least developed countries category in 2023, coinciding with the end of 12th FYP.
Single-citizenship mandate passed with unanimous vote
The amendments, if promulgated, will establish a single-citizenship mandate for the prime minister and presidents of the National Assembly, Senate and Constitutional Council.
Record number of over 2 million seeking careers as civil servants
Only one out of 59 people will be finally admitted as a civil servant, creating fiercer competition than last year, when one in about 54.5 people was accepted.
Complaints against Facebook shops on the rise
In the last two years, e-commerce has expanded in Bangladesh like in other countries as the Covid-19 pandemic and lockdowns turbocharged digital shopping.
Landmark at Shinagawa Station in Tokyo gives thanks ahead of demolition
Through Oct. 29, the facade of the Shinagawa Goos complex displays the Japanese word for thank you and a giant heart shape made from pink paper on its windows.
Malaysian leaders appeal to relax Melaka poll SOP
Nominations for the Melaka election have been set for Nov 8 while polling is on Nov 20.
Philippines back to low-risk status for COVID-19
With around 5,000 average daily cases reported last week, new Covid-19 infections have been on a decline at the national level and in most regions.
Singapore to donate $8m of medical supplies to Asean stockpile for public health emergencies
To help with swift and equitable distribution of Covid-19 vaccines within the region, Singapore is also ramping up cold chain logistics services and expanding vaccine…