China highlighted the Global South’s role in BRICS meet
The dialogue saw participation from BRICS countries and 12 major developing countries with regional influence, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Belarus, Turkiye, Venezuela and…
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Brain drain whittles away at developing countries while policies fumble
High-income countries like the US, Canada and China are competing for labour by launching immigration schemes, providing high salaries and quality of life, to attract skilled…
Several countries in Asia Pacific doing well in reducing new HIV infections, but inequalities remain
UNAIDS statistics show that across countries in the Asia Pacific, 22 percent of PLHIV are not aware of their status.
Ageing population to affect Asia-Pacific labour markets
Despite the fact that the unemployment rate in the region remains below pre-pandemic levels, the employment-to-population ratio is on a long-term decline.
ASEAN needs political will to address forced migration
Most recently, a boat carrying 151 Rohingya refugees capsized off the coast of West Aceh on March 20. Only 75 were rescued. Urgent action is needed to ensure these events are not…
Fake news and social media posts cause a flutter across Asia
With the world still struggling to come up with a proper legal framework to deal with the complexities of issues regarding disinformation, misinformation and fake news, people are…
President Marcos cites Philippines’ strategic spot in Indo-Pacific to gain opportunities
According to the President, the Indo-Pacific region accounted for one-third of the global economic activity, presenting good opportunities for the Philippines.
Ultra-rich in Asia-Pacific seeking greater balance between bonds and equities: UBS report
Over the next five years, Asia-Pacific family offices plan to allocate more assets to Asia-Pacific markets, and add bonds and equities from developed markets, private equity funds…
7 monsoon travel spots in Asia you will regret missing!
If you are a nature admirer and a traveller at heart, this is one of the best times to explore Asia. Countless spots become more attractive during the rainy season, so, with some…
Laos backs stronger ASEAN-OECD collaboration at Ministerial Council Meeting
Mr Saleumxay, representing the rotating chairmanship of ASEAN countries in 2024, emphasised the need for strengthening cooperation among nations, and urged the OECD and its…