Campaigning is likely to spotlight political dynasties, Indonesia’s new capital Nunsantara, youth and Muslim voters, and intra party rivalry in the ruling party.
Energy Act passed to deliver UK energy security and net zero transition
A wide-ranging new Energy Act has been passed into law in the UK aimed at ensuring long-term energy security and facilitating the country’s transition to a ‘net zero’ energy system.
Scottish alcohol minimum unit price could rise to 65p under new proposal
The Scottish government’s proposal to raise the alcohol minimum unit price (MUP) by 30% is likely to be a concern for the drinks industry, legal experts have said.
Online Safety Act becomes UK law with more detail on duties imminent
Content platforms in the UK can expect to receive more details on the steps they might need to take to address the risk of illegal online harms on 9 November, a regulator has confirmed after the Online Safety Act passed into UK law.
Hard drive: Japan robot maker aims to make science fiction a reality
‘The pilot would feel as if he became the robot himself’. One idea is for robots to get together for a shoot out with toy guns, while another is for them to help clean up after disasters.
Indonesia makes first commercial flight using palm oil-blended jet fuel
The aviation industry, a major emitter of greenhouse gases, is looking for ways to cut its carbon footprint by using alternative fuels.
Singapore to set up centralised gas procurement framework
Singapore’s government will establish a centralised gas procurement framework which will be responsible for all the power sector’s future gas demand including gas contract renewals.
Japan faces hurdle to changing law after transgender surgery decision
Conservative lawmakers are concerned that eliminating the requirement on genital resemblance could cause social disruption.
South China Sea: Philippines says it’s ‘not at war with China’, dismisses Xi’s ‘just for show’ talks
The Philippines has questioned China’s sincerity in easing tensions in the South China Sea after the latest collision involving the Chinese coastguard and a Philippine vessel.
English court issues reminder of burden of proof in product liability cases
The English Court of Appeal has reminded claimants that, where there are competing explanations for causation in an action for damages, it is for them to prove their case on the balance of probabilities.
