Tag: government policy

Laos has introduced fines for anyone caught damaging or misusing banknotes, taking a strong stand to protect the integrity of ...

East Timor has taken a bold step by abolishing lifetime pensions for former members of parliament, aiming to cut public ...

The U.S. has pulled the plug on its plans to build a sewage treatment plant in East Timor, a project ...

Singapore is set to expand its public sector data sharing law, sparking greater government collaboration and boosting the quality of ...

China has banned a dozen US and Israeli cybersecurity firms, citing national security concerns, Fox Business reports. This bold move ...

Israel faces widespread international condemnation as its controversial ban on several Palestinian NGOs comes into effect. Critics accuse Jerusalem of ...

Iraq's new law cracks down on calls for "regime change," igniting serious concerns about free speech. Officials caution that making ...

Japan's political landscape in 2025 saw pivotal shifts, from policy reforms to leadership changes. Nikkei Asia's latest video offers a ...

Malaysia plans to ban children under 16 from social media platforms, mirroring Australia's recent move. The policy aims to protect ...

Kuwait has announced an increase in residency renewal fees across all categories, impacting expatriates nationwide. The move aims to enhance ...

The government has successfully facilitated the safe return of 55 Myanmar repatriates to Andhra Pradesh. With meticulous coordination of transportation ...

Singapore plans to introduce a green tax on air travel, targeting carbon emissions from flights. The measure aims to encourage ...

South Korea has tightened travel restrictions to Cambodia following a surge in kidnappings linked to scam centers targeting its nationals, ...

South Korea's birth rate has plummeted to a historic low, threatening to reverse decades of economic progress. Experts warn the ...

Over 26,600 vehicles with foreign license plates have been successfully legalized in Kyrgyzstan ahead of the registration deadline, officials reveal. ...

Press freedom watchdogs have raised concerns over proposed Maldives media legislation, warning it could undermine journalistic independence and restrict free ...

East Timor is set to eliminate MPs' pensions and official SUVs in response to widespread protests calling for greater government ...

Indonesia boosts its agriculture sector with $1 billion in rice aid and targeted tax breaks, aiming to enhance food security ...

Kyrgyzstan's president has signed a new law imposing penalties for publishing false information. The measure aims to combat misinformation and ...

Singapore's president highlighted the city-state's vital role as Asia's gateway, while passionately calling for renewed commitment to social mobility at ...