Criticism is mounting about the Yoon administration’s support for the US amid the latest claims and as other countries increasingly distance themselves from Washington’s demands.
Gender equality in farming could add US$1 trillion to world economy, study reveals
‘Making agrifood systems work better for women … would help reduce the number of food-insecure people by 45 million,’ report finds.
UK advertising watchdog to probe ‘free trial’ subscription traps
Businesses using ‘free trial’ ads to engage consumers for their subscription services have been urged to review their online marketing content, as the UK’s Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) has set out its plan to target non-compliant trials and other promotional subscription offers in upcoming enforcement action.
How demilitarisation can ensure peace and stability in the South China Sea
China and Asean claimants could draw inspiration from the four-point formula Pakistan used to try to resolve its Kashmir stalemate with India. This would involve agreeing on shared sovereignty and joint economic development, with a binding code of conduct the goal, and eventual settlement of disputes an added bonus.
Malaysia reveals pilot failures of 1976 Double Six plane crash, in push for greater transparency
Report on the 1976 plane crash, which killed Sabah’s then chief minister and 10 others, is now publicly accessible on the Malaysian transport ministry website.
Updates to English network infrastructure policy follow high-profile legal cases
Planned updates to the key policy document for nationally significant road and rail projects in England are a direct response to recent high-profile rulings on when officials must consider alternative approaches.
Singapore teen arrested after being caught humping cat
Footage posted online shows the boy pulling his pants down before performing the obscene act on the animal.
Indonesia asks Chinese bank to cut loan interest rate as mega rail project exceeds budget
A top minister says Indonesia can repay its debt with the interest rate at 3.4 per cent, but will push for 2 per cent to cope with a US$1.2 billion cost overrun.
Employers must review progress on race and ethnicity commitments
Employers across the UK must ensure that the focus on improving racial equality in their workforces does not wane.
US sharing of intelligence with India in border clash with China seen as pivotal in partnership
Real-time information, including satellite imagery, about Chinese positions was provided and ‘enraged’ Beijing, according to report.
