DPM Wong outlines 5 key shifts for Singapore
He said the next stage of nation-building will need a new definition of success and new approaches towards skills and social support, among others.
Policy Matters
Concerns remain about Japan’s emergency warning system
The paper says the problem is that there has been no detailed explanation from the government as to what information the initial warning was based on and why it was corrected.
President Xi calls for improved food security
A strong emphasis is crucial as geopolitical risks hover over global food trade and higher living standards are driving demand for greater variety.
Another attack on the Philippine justice system
This is not the first time that lawyers, and even judges, have experienced harassment and police profiling.
Indonesia’s foreign tourist tax may hurt businesses, industry groups warn
Industry insiders cautioned that the government needed to be mindful about Indonesia’s positioning in light of global market demand.
Hong Kong security chief urges vigilance over ‘soft resistance’ means
He added that law enforcers will step up collection and analysis of intelligence in order to prevent, suppress and impose punishment for acts and activities endangering national…
Nepal’s health policy one step forward, two steps back
The proposed slashing of the budget by up to 42 per cent will be a coup de grace for the nation's already ailing health sector that every year sees localised health emergencies.
Law alone cannot stop food hoarding
The paper urges the government to ensure that the proposed law doesn't meet the same fate as so many other ineffective laws in Bangladesh, due to the government's inability to…
The price of expensive development
The unusually high construction costs of various megaprojects in Bangladesh are fuelled by irregularities, corruption, and problems with project planning.
Nearly P43 billion released for over 8.5 million senior citizens’ health insurance
“Our elderly will always remain vital members of our society, who have spent their productive years contributing to their communities", the authorities noted.