Seven lean years? Pakistan’s agricultural crisis revealed
From shrinking farms to vanishing water and invisible women, Pakistan’s agricultural census reveals a sector on the brink of its own seven lean years.
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Bangladeshis getting tricked into Russia’s war: report
According to an investigation by the BRAC Migration Programme, the men travelled to Russia with valid work visas, believing they had secured well-paying jobs in oil, construction,…
‘Epok-epok’ nation: When Indonesian politics turns into live streaming
A microphone caught "epok-epok keliling" during a Surabaya mayor's livestream, sparking debate about political staging and authenticity. The Javanese phrase means “pretending”…
Vietnam’s green startups struggle despite growing push for sustainability
Despite their innovation and clear environmental benefits, many struggle to compete with traditional businesses, particularly in sourcing raw materials and offering competitive…
Questions linger over Malaysia’s trade deal with the US
The agreement saw the removal of tariffs on 11,000 US-made products.
Proton versus BYD: The fate of ASEAN’s national cars
Governments are implementing policies to encourage local EV production and protect jobs, amid concerns over Chinese dominance and the sustainability of some EV companies.
What US President Trump’s nod for nuclear submarines means for South Korea
Mr Trump’s green light marks shift in US stance toward Seoul, but raises potential regional tensions, experts say.
Bleeding in silence: Unheard struggles of Bangladesh’s women tea workers
Poor nutrition, unsafe childbirth, and unhygienic living conditions make them vulnerable to reproductive and menstrual complications.
Vietnam steps up reclamation work on strategic reef in South China Sea in island-building efforts
The build-up may cause some friction with the Philippines, though this is likely to be contained. Analysts suggest Vietnam's actions are defensive, aimed at protecting its…
In flooded Philippine town, the dead need dry ground
In Hagonoy, even the dead are not spared by tidal waters, their resting places relocated time and again to escape the floods.