New Malaysian PM could mean good news for Bangladeshi workers
The paper says it would be timely for the Bangladeshi government to capitalise on Anwar's announced stand on inhumane treatment and abuse of foreign workers.
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Rohingya drowning at sea as regional leaders fail to act
While some members of Asean and other regional governments have promised not to abandon refugees at sea, this has mostly amounted to lip services.
There is a lot of room to avoid destructive escalation over Taiwan
The writer says only a compromise can guarantee the status quo with both parties across the strait to stick to a pathway that would involve dialogue, negotiations and a restart of…
Tackle the plastic tide with proper waste management
The government needs to come up with the right framework and implement policies by cooperating with companies that are the top producers of plastic waste.
Indonesia, Malaysia team up against EU’s arbitrary policy
The Indonesian and Malaysian leaders share a common agenda to refine the norms toward a more just and fair global trade while addressing the climate change concerns.
‘Cryptobituaries’ are misplaced
Despite the setbacks crypto has faced, its continued adoption and innovation will ensure it survives.
Sham election will only prolong Myanmar civil war
Indonesia has the capacity to strengthen ASEAN’s authority and legitimacy by ensuring compliance with the principles underpinning the five-point consensus.
Stronger momentum in US-PH ties in 2023
The writer says that in her 37 years as a diplomat, she has not seen such bilateral engagement in such a short period of time.
The Indonesian economy: Looking at 2023 and beyond
The writer says the government should stick to policies that will strengthen the economy.
Overcoming looming economic challenges in 2023
For Bangladesh, though inflation has subdued slightly in recent months, it is still much higher than the previous year and the government's projections.