Geopolitical dimensions of climate policy
The best solution is not to push people to be worse off by forcing a premature transition from fossil fuels to inadequate green alternatives. Instead, we should ramp up…
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Prioritise resilience when rebuilding after disasters, as extreme weather events worsen: UN official
Extreme weather events become more frequent and intense, but the reflex to quickly rebuild could place affected communities at greater risk of harm and lock them in a perpetual…
How far will Beijing-brokered Palestinian unity deal go in ending Gaza conflict? Sadly, not far
There is no question that brokering the Palestinian agreement will boost China’s international standing. However, there are serious doubts about the deal’s practical…
Global society and its detractors
Today, the world is going through a reactionary phase, says the writer, adding that nation-states are resetting their boundaries in various ways.
Age of extremes: The Jakarta Post
European politics today is showing a worrying trend, swinging between the far left and far right instead of finding compromise in a more centrist-oriented position.
Lessons from four elections: More challenges to democracy ahead
The writer is referring to the Indian election, the European Parliament election, the UK election, and the election in France.
Ensure equity for girls in education
Activists and researchers call for increased investments in girls' education. Bangladesh has been no exception to this—it has achieved some milestones, mostly in terms of…
Halving food waste can reduce hunger for 153 million people: Report
Around a third of food produced for human consumption gets lost or wasted globally, according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation, resulting in useless emissions and less…
Japan 2050: Private sector tries innovative ways to help depopulating regions survive
According to some estimates, Japan’s population will drop from about 124 million to less than 100 million by the year 2056.
Adventurer to the far side of the moon
For the first time ever, China's Chang'e 6 robotic mission has brought back valuable samples from the moon's far side. How does it work?