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February 1, 2023

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The Peshawar bombing is a tragic illustration of the failed policy of suing for peace with a terror group

At least where the menace of terrorism is concerned, the government and opposition need to close ranks and put up a united front.

  • Published: February 1, 20232:23 pm
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How do LNG subsidies affect public spending?

If subsidies continue to grow exponentially, the government may be forced to reallocate funds or resources from other economic activities or turn to borrowing funds.

  • Published: February 1, 20232:10 pm
  • Author The Daily Star
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Hunger, food security, and land use

Regional development policies based on an integrated planning approach should aim to curtail the negative consequences of urban agglomeration and uneven growth.

  • Published: February 1, 20232:00 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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Soaring utility bills

The government should strengthen support steps to deal with shock from higher utility bills.

  • Published: February 1, 20231:47 pm
  • Author The Korea Herald
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Why China may resort to more policy U-turns

China is no stranger to sudden major policy reversals such as the one on Covid-19. Pragmatism and party legitimacy are key drivers for the sudden changes.

  • Published: January 31, 202312:23 pm
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Who runs Bangladesh?

For a functional democracy, we need both elected political masters and non-elected public servants, says the writer.

  • Published: January 30, 202312:27 pm
  • Author Mahfuz Anam
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Japan’s security vision is Abe’s legacy

During Abe’s tenure Japan revamped its military doctrine and significantly increased defence expenditure.

  • Published: January 30, 202312:26 pm
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It’s a symptom of our stalled progress that power blackouts are now considered par for the course

The energy transmission infrastructure needs to be treated with more seriousness and its weaknesses removed as a matter of national priority.

  • Published: January 26, 20232:50 pm
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China’s declining demographics: A race against time

A shrinking workforce amid a rapidly ageing population will call for radical policy reforms that will only get harder.

  • Published: January 25, 20232:17 pm
  • Author Ann Asianews Network
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3 years under Covid-19

The government should not give a wrong impression that it’s time to lower our guard, reminding people of the fact that a mix of basic hygiene practices, vaccination and masking…

  • Published: January 25, 20231:00 pm
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