Narita Airport bustles as holidaymakers leave Japan as Covid measures eased
Crowds toting large baggage were seen in the departure lobby for the first time in three years in the Japan airport thanks to the ease of measures.
Policy Matters
Cambodia eyes rice sales to Maldives
Prime Minister Hun Sen recently revealed that he would visit the Maldives next month to discuss milled-rice sales as well as stepping up tourism ties.
India wants Bangladesh to review food import demand
India believes the quantity is too high.
Seko calls for further improvement of Japan-Taiwan ties in Taipei
“Japan and Taiwan have a relationship with common values. It’s necessary to further develop ties,” said the Liberal Democratic Party lawmaker.
Indonesia unfazed by China’s Covid-19 surge, easing travel curbs
“As long as our serosurvey shows results above 90 percent, it means we already have proper immunity", the President said.
Why are whiskey prices so high in Korea?
A total of 155 percent in taxes are imposed on all imported distilled spirits in South Korea, including a 72 per cent ad valorem tax imposed on the retail price of the liquor.
‘Proud and strong’: Afghan girl stages solo protest against Taliban university ban
Women-led protests have become increasingly rare in Afghanistan since the Taliban’s return — particularly after the detention of core activists at the start of the year.
Justice ensured for every citizen: Bangladesh PM
The premier also said in order to protect the safety and welfare of the people, the parliament has passed laws and made changes to them, which the judges utilise to ensure justice…
SIM registration not for public surveillance: Philippine Dept of Justice chief
All SIM cards sold will not work unless these are registered by the buyers themselves, while existing mobile subscribers have four months to register their SIM cards to avoid…
Integrated energy, power plan: Renewables ignored, coal, LNG favoured
Currently, Bangladesh has 60 percent overcapacity which is burdening the government with capacity payments, the Centre for Policy Dialogue said.