Public diplomacy through social media brings Asean closer to its people
With the skyrocketing number of social media users, diplomats and government officials are starting to rely on these platforms to reach a broader audience.
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Honoring first ladies as the presidents’ soft power
The writer says it is time for the nation to pay tribute to the six Indonesian first ladies.
The BRICS alternatives to the US dollar
The writer says efforts should be made to try and design a mechanism that facilitates bilateral trade and, at the same time, substantially reduces the demand for US dollars,…
Amid inflation, pre-elections, and dengue, Bangladesh is in a fix
The writer says that unless the general population of Bangladesh engages in claiming and protecting their rights, the uncertainties, sufferings, and exploitation will continue…
Renaming obesity will not fix weight stigma overnight
The writers say we need to, among other things, move the discussion beyond BMI to the biological, environmental and lifestyle factors associated with it.
As Pakistan elections near, terrorist groups may resort to fear tactics
Attacking political gatherings has previously had a chilling effect on the political activities of targeted parties by pushing them out of the picture.
Ensuring a dignified life for trafficking survivors
The writer says the journey to combat human trafficking is far from behind us, but we can bring about lasting change with collective dedication and collaboration.
The ‘hot’ story behind the high chilli prices
The writer says that while media reports have shown traders' syndicates being blamed for the price hike, this is not entirely true.
The ‘hot’ story behind the high chilli prices
While media reports have shown traders' syndicates being blamed for the price hike, this is not entirely true.
Nusantara, the new gateway for Malaysia-Indonesia cooperation
Jokowi's visits in June 2023 to keystone ASEAN countries underscore how deeply Indonesia values its longstanding ties with its regional partners.