Over 1,500 offensive social media posts taken down since 2022: Minister
A special task force had been set up to deal with fake news and the 3Rs (race, religion and royalty).
Policy Matters
Progressive tax a remedy for inequality for Bangladesh
Income inequality in the country has deepened in the past six years as shown in the latest Gini Coefficient data published by the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics.
Deadly climb: Record number of deaths at the world’s highest mountain
While the spirit of adventure of those attempting the climb must be lauded, it is incumbent on those in charge to ensure that expeditions are better regulated.
True Crimes of Asia: Grisly find at temple paves way for overhaul of Thai abortion laws
While there had been some debate on the issue of abortion before, the case brought the discussion back in full force and also highlighted the issue of underage pregnancies.
Don’t rush on electric vehicles in Asean
Only if the countries can consistently maintain their economic growth will their people have sufficient purchasing power to own EVs.
Virtual asset trading platforms in Hong Kong must be licensed by June 1
Providing virtual asset trading services without a licence in Hong Kong will be a criminal offence starting June 1.
Indian ambassador pledges easing visa process further
Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma acknowledged that quick and easy visa is important for expanding trade between the two countries.
Hong Kong chief exec calls bid to disrupt organ donation system a ‘disgrace’
“I strongly oppose any attempt to undermine the altruistic purpose of organ donation", Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu said.
China’s effort to safeguard biodiversity pays dividends
By 2025, the country aims to protect 75 per cent of national key terrestrial endangered wildlife species and 80 per cent of national key terrestrial endangered plant species.
Korea should provide foreign detainees with translations of detention rules: Human rights commission
Currently, only some laws, such as the Immigration Act, which covers the entry into and departure from Korea of Korean and foreign nationals, are provided in official English…