Still no robust policy to control Aedes mosquitoes
Experts said as dengue has become endemic in Bangaldesh, and has already spread at the district level.
Policy Matters
Malaysia taking measures to tackle underage marriage
Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said all states should address child marriage issues, pointing out that Kedah had already gotten the ball rolling.
China to crack down on illegal price gouging in photovoltaic industry
In recent times, several links in China’s photovoltaic industry have seen volatile price fluctuations, causing illegal activities like hoarding for profit, price gouging, among…
Won weakens further despite warning against speculation
The depreciating won is a headache for households too, who may have to refinance their budget to respond to soaring food import costs.
Dealers to lose licence for artificial fertiliser crisis: Bangladesh agriculture minister
Stern action will also be taken against those who create the artificial crisis, the minister added.
Malaysia health minister on fact-finding visit to Thailand to assess medical use of cannabis
Thailand is the first country in South-East Asia to legalise cannabis and use it for medicinal purposes.
South Korea’s education ministry to nurture 1 million skilled workers for digital industry
The ministry will push for measures to produce skilled workers, including software and artificial intelligence education for elementary and middle schools within this year.
Hong Kong government employees to get childcare Covid jab leave
All government employees including civil servants, non-civil service contract staff and post-retirement service contract staff will benefit from the leave.
GBA, BRI, trade bloc ties to be explored at Belt and Road event
For the first time, the event will host the global business connectivity forum to highlight how it contributes to multilateral collaboration and achieve synergies by strengthening…
S’pore’s LGBTQ community relieved at repeal of gay-sex law; religious groups concerned
Religious groups stressed that traditional values must be preserved even if the law changes.