Thailand: E-shopping platforms warned to stamp out ganja sales
The directive was issued amid growing opposition to the recreational use of cannabis after shops proliferated following legalisation of the herb.
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Indonesia to pass revised Criminal Code bill despite protests
Although some lawmakers say they had accommodated public opinion, the bill retains a number of contentious articles.
Philippines gov’t eyeing ‘tweaked’ high-rise BLISS housing units
The President said that socialised housing sites should be located near the workplaces of beneficiaries.
Indonesian minister amends statement on rich having their own insurance program
Health Minister Sadikin clarified that the facility would maintain universal coverage of only basic health needs.
Pattaya seeks solution to homelessness after 10-year-old filmed smoking ganja
Pattaya’s deputy mayor said that the local authorities have successfully dealt with the issue of homelessness.
Doubts remain over Indonesia’s new police sports policy after stampede incident
While critics welcomed the police's swift response to the recommendation, they were cautious about its implementation if the police did not make a serious effort to end their…
China official behind strict Covid-19 lockdowns softens her stance
Charged with China’s healthcare portfolio, Vice-Premier Sun Chunlan has become synonymous with the country’s hardline pandemic approach.
Thai court approves election formula that favours larger political parties
The verdict puts to rest months of fierce debate among lawmakers over the method that will be used to allocate party-list MP seats, among others.
Seoul subway returns to normal as strike ends
Under the agreement, the management and the workers will explore ways to reduce losses from free train travel schemes, including senior citizens.
China’s policies to stabilise real estate financing
Policies include the central bank's move to cut the reserve requirement ratio for financial institutions by 0.25 percentage points.