Drop in Korea’s global ranking reveals issues plaguing government efficiency
The paper says the pace of decline may not be dramatic, but policymakers need to scrutinise what has led to the drop in the ranking.
Editorial
End impunity for killing journalists
The paper says the Bangladesh authorities must protect journalists, expedite trial of all murder cases.
Traffickers are one aspect of a lucrative criminal racket which extends to highest corridors of power
Human smuggling is a national shame, with thousands of desperate Pakistanis every year risking life and limb and their hard-earned money for a chance at a better future.
Breathless in Jakarta
In recent weeks, Jakarta has crept into the top of a list of cities with the worst air quality.
Why Philippines is seen as less competitive
The paper says the Marcos administration must double down on its efforts as the country competes with other economies for investments and tourism dollars.
End of Imran?
The paper says Pakistan’s generals and politicians of the country’s older political parties have too much to lose from a possible PTI victory for them to bother about…
Prayut’s parting blow
It is unlikely that the Myanmar crisis will come to an end during Indonesia’s chairmanship of ASEAN, but the country can at least bring the divided non-junta elements together…
The age of (illegal) surveillance
The paper says spyware technology will only grow in sophistication, which is why strong regulation needs to be in place now.
Luxury medicine
The paper says Nepali leaders flying abroad for treatment shows how little they trust the country’s healthcare system.
Another test of democracy
The paper says Indonesia’s constitutional democracy will continue to face uphill battles, which unfortunately will include those waged by its beneficiaries.