What will we do for the people of Gaza?
More than 50,000 lives have now been lost, with women, children, and the elderly among them, while over 100,000 have been wounded.
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South Korea’s low fertility: Reverse course or vanish
The dilemma will intensify labour shortages and pose a formidable challenge to sustaining social insurance systems and maintaining living standards.
Saving lives and infrastructures as the glaciers melt in the Himalayas
Building resilience is vital to minimise its impact in the Hindu Kush Himalayas.
Why US spy chief Tulsi Gabbard’s statements on Bangladesh matter
As the chief of US national intelligence, her words carry significant weight, making it imperative that they be backed by credible evidence and diplomatic prudence.
Philippine ex-President Duterte’s double trial
As the trial unfolds, we should expect more fake news and acts of harassment coming from Mr. Duterte forces.
Between needs and interests: Indonesia’s partnerships in the age of uncertainty
The shifting geopolitical landscape and great power rivalries pose a new challenge for Indonesia's policy stance of nonalignment and “neutrality."
Private sector boost crucial to Vietnam’s global integration
Professor Vu Minh Khuong of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy in Singapore, talks about the challenges, opportunities and solutions needed for the private sector to become…
Rethinking char development in Bangladesh
Ensuring land rights for char people and introducing a decentralised and democratic system of governance for them are vital for achieving char development.
One month into USAID funding freeze: How the NGO world is coping
The impact of the funding suspension has been catastrophic. The hardest-hit regions include Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, where thousands of humanitarian…
Indigenous peoples’ rights: The ASEAN paradox
Among the member states of the ASEAN, only a few recognise indigenous peoples, let alone protect their rights. Indonesia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam are among those that fare the…