Bangladesh interim government losing sight of public mandate
The government, the writer says, seems detached from the very reforms it was expected to lead.
Child killers: The Kathmandu Post
The prevention of drowning deaths in Nepal, the result of systemic inaction, must be a national priority.
Cleaning the House of Marcos: Philippine Daily Inquirer
It’s a move no one expected from a chief executive better known for consensus than confrontation. It took gumption and the kind of political courage that could redefine his…
Governance as performance: Philippine Daily Inquirer
The word “performance” is now used in both its administrative and stage sense. Governance is a complex affair; optics (the management of impression) is a way to simplify that…
Questioning historical revision: The Jakarta Post
Critics suspect the project aims to glorify the incumbent government and will serve as "official history" in textbooks across all educational levels, at least for President…
Failed delivery: The Kathmandu Post
People can get disillusioned with the state if they cannot get good services even at a high cost.
Another indicator of learning crisis: Philippine Daily Inquirer
While failing the civil service exam is not the end of the world, it is not a good indication that only 14 out of every 100 applicant succeed.
Survey-defying poll results: Philippine Daily Inquirer
The surprising win of opposition and independent candidates stokes hopes that citizens are now prepared to exact accountability from elected officials and expect their performance…
After 32 years, arsenic still threatens rural Bangladesh
Only through an integrated and sustained approach can the country achieve its goal of arsenic-free drinking water for all.
Ban on ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina’s party and future actions
The AL has much to answer for and it must be held accountable for its brutal actions and those responsible must be punished.