Gender-based violence remains a neglected issue in Indonesia, UN says
The global cost of violence against women is estimated to be at least US$ 1.5 trillion, with a world bank study finding that gender-based violence can cost some countries between…
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Is social media ban the answer?
Rather than isolating young people in a bubble, solutions should aim to foster adaptive, empowered individuals capable of thriving in an increasingly digital landscape.
COP29 falls short on climate finance, leaving vulnerable nations disillusioned
Developing nations had called for USD 1.3 trillion annually for climate mitigation, adaptation, and loss and damage by 2035. But the deal that emerged late on November 22 was a…
Rising above youthwashing at COP29
Tokenism at events like COP29 risks reducing youth engagement to mere visibility. This approach not only disrespects their talents and intelligence but also fails to harness their…
Russia must stop its threats to use nuclear weapons: The Japan News
The requirements for the use of nuclear weapons, which had previously been a case in which the existence of Russia is in jeopardy, has now been changed to a case that poses a…
COP29 ends with ‘contentious’ outcome
Some observers, while expressing their regret over the $300 billion per year commitment from developed nations to developing economies by 2035, said that the renewed target has at…
Power play at COP29 climate talks
The main argument for rich nations to foot the bill on climate finance is the “polluter pays principle” enshrined in the 1992 Rio Declaration, which, in essence, requires…
APEC meeting: Can Ishiba fulfil responsibilities of summit diplomacy?- The Japan News
Vigilance against China’s hegemonic activities cannot be neglected. In August, Chinese military aircraft violated Japanese airspace for the first time. U.S. deterrence…
Singapore’s sovereign fund will remain invested in US even as geopolitical rivalries intensify, says SM Lee
Most analysts believe US President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose harsh trade tariffs will hurt global economic growth and boost inflation. While US stocks have soared to a…
Climate debt is an unfair burden for Bangladesh: The Daily Star
Bangladesh, contributing just 0.56 percent of global GHG emissions, is ranked seventh in the long-term climate crisis index. Yet, between 2009 and 2022, the country received only…