China to launch national mental health support hotline
The hotline number — 12356 — is expected to be put into use around New Year's Eve or Spring Festival and be accessible nationwide starting on May 1, the National Health…
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Thai PM Paetongtarn launches phase 4 of the THB30 healthcare anywhere scheme
Starting January 1, the entire country will be covered by medical services.
South Korea now ‘superaged,’ but no progress on ‘Population Ministry’
The initiative, which hinges on bipartisan support to amend laws and restructure government organizations, remains far from being realised, despite the government's initial target…
US National Security Advisor Sullivan and Bangladesh Chief Adviser Yunus pledge to protect human rights of all: White House
Sullivan reiterated the United States' support for a "prosperous, stable and democratic" Bangladesh, according to a readout shared by the White House on December 23.
Year-end stimulus expected to boost Vietnam’s economic growth
A series of year-end stimulus solutions is expected to spur Vietnam's economy to achieve the GDP growth target of over 7 per cent this year.
India prioritises national and human interest in its foreign policy: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 23 said India prioritises both national interest and human interest in its foreign policy.
Pakistan urges people to ‘use internet less’ and for ‘important matters’ only
Digital analysts say the government has been testing a “firewall” that monitors some platforms and gives the power to block content, like photos or videos of rallies shared on…
MUFG Bank: Deterioration of professional ethics is intolerable- The Japan News
A safe-deposit box service allows customers to store securities and deposit books, valuables and other items for a fee. The basis of this service is trust in the bank. When an…
Nepal steps up surveillance after second mpox case
Officials say they have intensified screenings at the Kathmandu airport and alerted dermatologists nationwide to flag suspected cases.
China improves vocational education with high-tech majors amid shortage in skilled workers
Since 2022, China has been overhauling its vocational education system, such as by revising a law to give vocational education the same status as general education. This comes as…