PM Modi’s adept external affairs policy on show: The Statesman
Last week, the summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed to strengthen the longstanding partnership between India and Russia.
Absurdities of political parties
Nepali leaders take pride in becoming prime ministers often, leaving behind no imprints of their governments.
2025: A grand coalition versus Dutertes?
Vice President Duterte's recent resignation from President Marcos’ Cabinet signals a titanic showdown between the Philippines’ two leading political dynasties in the coming…
The continuing quest for gender equality
"Several legislators in the Senate and the House of Representatives have filed separate bills regarding anti-domestic violence against men/husbands/partners in LGBT relationships…
Censorship with impunity
The writer argues it is unacceptable that an entire social media platform that gives citizens a voice and access to information, be blocked right after elections when credible…
What will happen now Jokowi has scored triple victory in election?
People who are unhappy with his consistent intervention in the elections and the election results will not forgive Jokowi, notes the writer.
Dhaka’s air is getting too toxic for our lungs
While the air in Dhaka has consistently ranked among the worst in the world, a recent report points out how in 2023 it earned the dubious honour of being the worst in eight years.
Taxing sugar-sweetened beverages, improving health quality
The writer says that a healthy nation means not only lower health costs, but also higher productivity.
Hunkering down to meet Pakistan’s energy needs
From a country with barely any energy sources, and practically no power generation capability at birth, Pakistan built an industrial base for itself in large measure due to its…
Failed response to dengue and air pollution is no coincidence
While air pollution is causing about 20 percent of the total premature deaths in Bangladesh, dengue has also become one of the major causes of deaths over the past few years.