Malaysia’s zero-waste movement gaining steam again
There is an increasing awareness among consumers and businesses on the importance of cutting down on the 38,000 tonnes of trash that are choking Malaysia’s landfills and rivers…
Vietnam’s tourism sector pledges to eliminate single-use plastics by 2030
While tourism is highly affected by plastic waste pollution, it is also a significant contributor to the issue.
Why US President Trump’s proposal on Palestinian displacement from Gaza rings alarm bells
Mr. Trump's suggestion to Egypt, Jordan to take in more Gaza residents heightens fears among Palestinians of being forcibly displaced in yet another "Nakba."
Keywords to understand pivotal areas highlighted at Davos
The meeting, under the theme "Collaboration for the Intelligent Age," focused on five pivotal areas: reimagining growth, industries in the intelligent age, investing in people,…
Japan may sit out meeting on treaty to ban nuclear weapons
As the security environment surrounding Japan is becoming increasingly severe, PM Ishiba concluded it would be appropriate to take a pragmatic approach based on the importance of…
Four Mekong nations plan further joint river patrols
The 149th China-Laos-Myanmar-Thailand cooperation meeting reviewed the current state of cooperation in border protection, such as enforcement of the joint water patrol law along…
Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus thanks US President Trump for continuing aid support for Rohingya
Mr. Trump exempted life-saving food and nutrition support for the displaced Rohingya sheltered in Bangladesh from the US aid freeze.
In South Korea, domestic violence tends to surge during Lunar New Year holiday: report
A total of 3,384 domestic violence incidents were reported nationwide over the four-day holiday last year. This averaged 846 cases per day, significantly higher than the annual…
Nepal, India agree to build two power lines, upgrade three
Officials from two countries reach a deal on an investment model for two 400 kV cross-border transmission lines.
Brunei-China ties continue to reach new heights
Ambassador of China to Brunei Darussalam Xiao Jianguo highlighted key events last year, including the alignment of the Belt and Road Initiative with Brunei Vision 2035, the…