Raising the Age of Consent in the Philippines and the Hope for More
The Phillippines has raised the age of sexual consent from 12 to 16. This opens wider possibilities for the passage of more regulations that protect women, children, and other vulnerable groups in the country.
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National Governments
Australia Launches A National Battery Recycling Scheme
Batteries need to be properly disposed of and recycled to avoid environmental harm. Australia makes a national battery recycling stewardship scheme called B-cycle.... Read more
Singapore Wants to Tackle Greenwashing at Asset Management Level
Greenwashing practices hinder the development of green and sustainable finance. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) attempts to establish regulations for the asset management industry to tackle this problem.
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The Idea Bank of G20 Summit 2022, T20 Indonesia
Indonesia is gearing up to host the G20 Summit 2022 in Bali this November, and T20 Indonesia 2022 is among the instruments for success.... Read more
Bringing the Global Goals to Indonesian Villages with ‘SDGs Desa’
The 17 Global Goals have been adapted into “SDGs Desa” with changes in diction and logo to create the most effective impact that fits at village level.... Read more
Wishing for APBD to Fight Poverty
APBD is undeniably a key instrument that can trigger economic growth and control inflation in the regions – two macro conditions that substantially impact poverty reduction.... Read more
Korean New Deal 2.0 and BTS: South Korea’s Strategy to Become a Leading Nation in the Post-Coronavirus Era
“The Korean New Deal will be our strongest policy tool. It is our hope for overcoming COVID-19, and it is a future strategy for South Korea, going beyond my administration,” said President Moon.
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A Tribute to Muhammad Arif Tasrif
This obituary is mainly dedicated to Ghazan and Shanum, the deceased's son and daughter. May they learn the legacy of their father. ... Read more
Bhutan, a Nature-loving Country with the Ministry of Happiness
With forest areas this large, Bhutan provides groundwater for a fifth of the earth's population, helps reduce global warming, and absorbs carbon dioxide. Bhutan even claims itself to be a zero-carbon country.... Read more
Semakau Island, the Green Landfill in Singapore
Unlike the typical dirty landfill, Semakau Island emerges as a lush green land where various species of birds and insects gather in a healthy ecosystem.... Read more