What’s next for 38 Oxley Road, Singapore founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew’s family home?
If gazetted and acquired, the government plans to convert the site into a public space while respecting Lee Kuan Yew's privacy wishes.
Content over consent? Street photography in Indonesia in spotlight over privacy concerns
A recent viral post on social media depicting nonconsensual street photography has exposed the lack of awareness among photographers and the public of the need to respect privacy…
China leads way in EV revolution
The nation stands apart globally for vehicle adoption, domestic innovation, and charging networks.
Vietnam’s green startups struggle despite growing push for sustainability
Despite their innovation and clear environmental benefits, many struggle to compete with traditional businesses, particularly in sourcing raw materials and offering competitive…
Questions linger over Malaysia’s trade deal with the US
The agreement saw the removal of tariffs on 11,000 US-made products.
Proton versus BYD: The fate of ASEAN’s national cars
Governments are implementing policies to encourage local EV production and protect jobs, amid concerns over Chinese dominance and the sustainability of some EV companies.
Pakistan’s challenge on three fronts
Beneath the surface lies the volatile reality of a state stretched thin due to hostile neighbours, and because of deepening crises within.
Why Taiwan’s absence in Trump-Xi talks was a welcome relief
Despite the omission, future Trump-Xi meetings may address Taiwan, and China maintains its reunification stance, indicating continued pressure on the island.
What US President Trump’s nod for nuclear submarines means for South Korea
Mr Trump’s green light marks shift in US stance toward Seoul, but raises potential regional tensions, experts say.
Bleeding in silence: Unheard struggles of Bangladesh’s women tea workers
Poor nutrition, unsafe childbirth, and unhygienic living conditions make them vulnerable to reproductive and menstrual complications.