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.
Judging the judges: The Korea Herald
The main opposition, the Democratic Party of Korea, is mounting an aggressive effort to delay criminal trials involving its candidate, Lee Jae-myung. That campaign now risks…
Everest rules: The Kathmandu Post
A new bill proposes much-needed reforms of rules governing climbing and cleaning up the mountain.
Stagnation warning: The Korea Herald
Political strife, trade headwinds, and delayed reform pull South Korea into risky territory.
Politics of justice: The Korea Herald
A problem-laden judicial appointment process threatens the integrity of bench.
For humanitarian reasons only: The Jakarta Post
Islamic organisations in the country, including the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), have voiced strong concerns over the evacuation plan, warning that it could ultimately serve…