Impeachment Watch: The last stop before Philippine VP Sara Duterte’s trial
The impeachment battle will be led by two high-profile legal teams representing the House prosecution panel and Ms. Duterte’s defence.
‘Brotherly bonds’: Political recognition is top prize for Myanmar leader’s China visit
This was a boost to the fledgling administration of Min Aung Hlaing, who led the coup against Myanmar’s democratically elected government in February 2021 but has now…
Canada’s $43b submarine choice: Korean readiness or German innovation?
Hanwha Ocean touts proven submarines, faster delivery, and economic benefits in the race for one of the world's largest naval contracts.
Bhutanese diaspora fears loss of cultural identity
Bhutanese living abroad warn that without timely and sustained efforts, future generations risk becoming increasingly disconnected from the traditions, values, and heritage that…
The economic impact of European tourists in Mongolia
Over the past three years, Mongolia has invested a total of 34–35 billion MNT in tourism marketing—the largest investment of its kind in the nation's history.
Situationer: How US-Iran peace can help steady Pakistan’s ship
For now, it seems that Pakistan’s slow slide back into macroeconomic decline has been halted, with the new budget offering a glimmer of hope amid renewed geopolitical stability.
Turning creativity into currency: Thailand’s drive to build soft power economy on intellectual property
From royal textile designs to a national IP reform agenda, Thailand is making the case that cultural heritage — rigorously protected and commercially deployed — is one of its…
After detention reform, migrants in South Korea still face locked doors and long waits
Rights groups cite rising detention numbers, rejected review requests, continued confinement of minors.
Impeachment votes don’t always haunt Philippine senators, history shows
As the Senate prepares for Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial, an analysis of past proceedings suggests a senator’s vote in a high-stakes impeachment case does…
When safety speaks 20 languages: Day in life of foreign workers at building site with AI as assistant
Builders deploy AI translators to deliver real-time instructions as foreign nationals make up a growing share of the construction workforce.