Tag: Public Policy

In a dramatic turn of events, Georgia's former President Mikheil Saakashvili has been handed more prison sentences, pushing his total ...

Tajikistan increases penalties for witchcraft and fortune-telling – The Wild Hunt

Tajikistan Cracks Down on Witchcraft and Fortune-Telling: New Penalties Unveiled!

Tajikistan has taken a bold step by ramping up penalties for witchcraft and fortune-telling, highlighting a rising unease about the ...

Lawmakers express objection to lifelong benefits to former VIPs – The Rising Nepal

Lawmakers Challenge Lifetime Benefits for Former VIPs: A Call for Change!

Lawmakers in Nepal are raising their voices against the controversial provision of lifelong benefits for former VIPs, sparking a heated ...

Who is Lee Jae-myung, South Korea’s possible next president? – The Economist

Meet Lee Jae-myung: The Contender Shaping South Korea’s Presidential Future

Lee Jae-myung, a dynamic and influential South Korean politician, is rapidly becoming a pivotal contender in the presidential race. Renowned ...

Spotlight – Malaysia: September 12, 2024 – Center for Strategic & International Studies

Unveiling Malaysia: Key Insights and Developments for September 2024

On September 12, 2024, the Center for Strategic & International Studies will present "Spotlight - Malaysia," an essential event that ...

Pakistani Sex Offender Allowed To Stay In UK After Claiming To Be Gay: Report – NDTV

Controversial Decision: Pakistani Sex Offender Granted UK Residency After Claiming Sexual Orientation

A Pakistani sex offender has been allowed to stay in the UK after claiming he is gay, as reported by ...

Nepal’s leader says it has too many tigers. Does it? – BBC.com

Are There Too Many Tigers in Nepal? A Leader’s Controversial Claim

In a bold statement, Nepal’s Prime Minister has raised eyebrows by suggesting that the nation might be facing an overpopulation ...

Republic of Kazakhstan: Financial Sector Assessment Program-Technical Note on Astana International Financial Center and the Kazakhstan Financial System – International Monetary Fund

Unlocking Potential: A Deep Dive into Kazakhstan’s Financial Sector and the Astana International Financial Center

The International Monetary Fund has unveiled a comprehensive technical note that dives deep into the Astana International Financial Center and ...

Jose Ramos-Horta: Collapse from Corruption – George W. Bush Presidential Center

Jose Ramos-Horta: Unraveling the Impact of Corruption on Leadership

Jose Ramos-Horta's insightful remarks at the George W. Bush Presidential Center shed light on the insidious threat of corruption that ...

Civil Justice Reform in Georgia: Nino Marchese & Mark Behrens on ALEC TV – American Legislative Exchange Council

Transforming Civil Justice in Georgia: Insights from Nino Marchese and Mark Behrens on ALEC TV

In a captivating recent segment on ALEC TV, legal experts Nino Marchese and Mark Behrens delved into the crucial civil ...

Tromsø Convention: new reports on Albania and Armenia evaluate their legislation on access to official documents – Council of Europe

Unlocking Transparency: New Insights on Albania and Armenia’s Access to Official Documents from the Tromsø Convention

The Council of Europe has unveiled exciting new reports that delve into the legislation surrounding access to official documents in ...

World Bank Announces New Country Manager for Maldives – World Bank Group

Exciting Leadership Change: New Country Manager Appointed for the Maldives!

Exciting news from the World Bank! They've just appointed a new Country Manager for the Maldives, signaling a fresh commitment ...

Lao PDR Household Survey Underscores Need for Investments in Children’s Well-Being – UNICEF

Unlocking a Brighter Future: The Urgent Call for Investment in Children’s Well-Being in Lao PDR

A recent Lao PDR Household Survey uncovers shocking disparities in children's well-being, shining a light on significant gaps in health, ...

The dark shadows of Bhutan’s Gelephu ‘mindfulness city’ project – Scroll.in

Unveiling the Hidden Challenges of Bhutan’s Gelephu ‘Mindfulness City’ Project

The Gelephu ‘mindfulness city’ project in Bhutan aspires to create a haven of wellness and tranquility. However, it has sparked ...

How the Interim Government Can Make Lasting Reforms in Bangladesh – Human Rights Watch

Transforming Bangladesh: Key Reforms for a Stronger Future Under Interim Leadership

As Bangladesh grapples with political upheaval, the interim government stands at a pivotal crossroads, poised to usher in transformative reforms. ...

OSCE strengthens inter-agency co-operation on youth crime prevention in Kyrgyzstan – OSCE

Empowering the Future: OSCE Boosts Collaborative Efforts to Combat Youth Crime in Kyrgyzstan

The OSCE is taking bold steps to strengthen collaboration among various agencies in Kyrgyzstan, all in the fight against youth ...

Andrew Cuomo’s Pro-Israel Group Promised Big Plans. It Delivered Little. – The New York Times

Andrew Cuomo’s Pro-Israel Initiative: Grand Promises, Minimal Impact

Andrew Cuomo’s pro-Israel group, which was launched with grand aspirations to enhance connections and advocacy, has come under fire for ...

Indonesia: Flogging of gay men a horrifying act of discrimination – Amnesty International

Indonesia’s Shocking Flogging of Gay Men: A Disturbing Act of Discrimination

Amnesty International has fiercely denounced Indonesia's shocking practice of flogging gay men, labeling it a serious breach of human rights. ...

Advocates push for bill that would pay people wrongly convicted in Georgia – Atlanta News First

Advocates Rally for Groundbreaking Bill to Compensate Wrongfully Convicted Georgians

In Georgia, passionate advocates are coming together to champion a groundbreaking new bill designed to provide compensation for individuals wrongfully ...

U.S. foreign aid cuts threaten to choke off information from Iran – The Washington Post

U.S. Foreign Aid Cuts: A Looming Crisis for Information Flow in Iran