Japan’s first female prime minister
For Japan’s new prime minister, Takaichi Sanae, expectations are mixed. On the positive side, she rose to power through political and bureaucratic experience rather than family…
National affairs
Chief Adviser Yunus, charter, and Bangladesh’s future
The writer asks: "Can the vision for 'New Bangladesh' ignore the poor, farmers, workers, youth, women, or employment and climate crises?"
Nurse their wounds: The Kathmandu Post
Nurses in Nepal are woefully paid. This exploitation of these essential healthcare workers must end.
How five-year plans drive China’s progress
John Ross, former director of London Economics and Business Policy Bureau in the UK affirmed the effectiveness of China's economic planning system, arguing it "provides an…
Militarism, top-down policy muddle Indonesian President Prabowo’s first year: think tank
Growing military involvement in civilian affairs, including President Prabowo’s flagship programs, may put civilians, especially those in vulnerable communities, at risk,…
Japan PM Takaichi’s Cabinet wins 80% support among youth; survey finds equal backing among men, women
The Ishiba Cabinet received relatively stronger support from older generations, while the Takaichi Cabinet is bolstered by younger people, the survey also indicated.
Bangladeshi government to ease labour union requirement
The advisory council approved a draft ordinance to allow groups of as few as 20 workers to apply to form a trade union, a major regulatory shift in worker representation,…
Bangladesh’s Personal Data Protection Ordinance 2025: key takeaways
The law requires explicit consent for data collection and introduces strict rules for sensitive and cross-border data.
ICC affirms jurisdiction over Philippine ex-president Rodrigo Duterte case
Mr Duterte, who is facing three counts of murder over 49 killings, is currently detained at the Scheveningen Prison in The Hague, though his camp has argued that he was unfit to…
National Museum of Korea suffers budget woes despite record visits
The museum recently celebrated record-breaking attendance, surpassing 5 million visitors for the first time in its 80-year history. According to The Art Newspaper, only four…