Lessons of Hong Kong fire tragedy must be learned: China Daily
The catastrophe has highlighted the urgent need for a comprehensive review of safety protocols in high-density urban environments like Hong Kong.
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Survivors of Dhaka slum fire need urgent support: The Daily Star
Experts have repeatedly mentioned crucial reforms: accessible roads, safer construction materials, proper electrical maintenance, and, most importantly, community-based…
Indonesia’s bullying crisis: The Jakarta Post
The recent series of child bullying cases reveals a systemic failure of our education system to protect children.
For once, swift justice: Philippine Daily Inquirer
Like many other criminal cases in this country, which by and large end up languishing in court for years, even decades, the indictment brought against dismissed Bamban, Tarlac…
Climate crossroads: The Statesman
As the world gathers at the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, a familiar tension has once again taken centre stage: developing nations demanding equity and developed…
Quake defences delayed by red tape: The Daily Star
The government must urgently open the quake safety assessment facility.
High cost of health care: Philippine Daily Inquirer
Higher government spending on health has not translated into a big reduction in out-of-pocket spending, or the costs borne directly by households.
Another cop-out at COP: The Jakarta Post
Indonesia has demonstrated an inadequate commitment to cutting greenhouse gas emissions in its latest nationally determined contribution (NDC), which shows it will remain…
Sheikh Hasina verdict: Dawn
Today, Bangladesh stands at a crucial juncture. Elections are scheduled for next year, and the interim authorities must ensure that full democratic rule is restored at the…
Corporate opportunity: The Korea Herald
If the government wants to prevent the hollowing out of domestic industry in the wake of its trade negotiations with the US, it must, among other things, become more…