Expanding the Foreign Ministry as Jokowi had in mind four years ago
The writer says that Jokowi should now expand and enhance the authority of the Foreign Ministry to leave a strong legacy to the nation.
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Civil servants allowed to harvest cherries as side job in Yamagata prefecture
The move is also expected to help deepen employees’ understanding of agriculture, which is a key industry in the region.
Korea and the global competition for labour
The writer says that to compete in the global race for labour, South Korea needs to become a place where people can put down roots and build rewarding lives for themselves and…
China announces plans to boost consumption of cars, electronic goods
In a bid to foster a healthy automotive market, China urged localities to roll out supporting policies and not to introduce policies for local protection.
Climate issues ‘largely ignored’ in election campaigns
A political analyst noted that he did not see any significant environmental issues being used as campaign fodder for the upcoming elections.
South Korea to loosen Covid-19 restrictions in August
Under the second phase, the official infectious disease rating for Covid-19 will be adjusted to level 4, treating it similarly to influenza.
Law on AI being studied
Dubbed the “AI Act”, the legislation is also designed to resolve “ethical questions and implementation challenges” in various industries, including education, finance, and…
Dog and cat meat trade banned at infamous North Sulawesi market in Indonesia
The ban in the Tomohon market in North Sulawesi province is among the first in a country where one million dogs and cats are slaughtered every year.
UN chief warns of risks of artificial intelligence
AI-enabled cyberattacks are already targeting critical infrastructure and UN peacekeeping and humanitarian operations, causing great human suffering, noted UN Sec-Gen Antonio…
EU’s AI lobbying blitz gets lukewarm response in Asia
The bloc aims for its proposed AI Act to become a global benchmark on the booming technology the way its data protection laws have helped shape global privacy standards.