New Bills Set to Abolish Death Penalty in Malaysia
The progress to abolish the death penalty in Malaysia moves a step forward with the passing of new bills by the parliament.... Read more
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Envisioning a Net Zero ASEAN with SEADS 2023
Asian Development Bank’s Southeast Asia Development Symposium (SEADS) 2023 examined how the ASEAN region can harness innovative and cost-effective measures to support decarbonization and revitalize economies. ... Read more
How Wildlife Trade Impacts Conservation Efforts
Wildlife trade can benefit wildlife and people. However, it can also exacerbate the biodiversity crisis. To achieve sustainable wildlife trade, it is crucial to understand more about it and how it impacts conservation efforts.... Read more
Tackling Hate Speech Through Safe and Inclusive Education Systems
As the concern surrounding hate speech continues to rise, education can be one of the preventive measures to tackle intolerance, discrimination, and hate.... Read more
South Korea Rethinks the 69 Working Hours Plan
The government of South Korea recently introduced a 69 working-hours plan—and received unfavorable responses from the public.... Read more
India’s $2.3 Billion Investment in the National Green Hydrogen Mission
The National Green Hydrogen Mission charts a pathway to a robust green hydrogen industry for India. With this plan, India expects to reach 5 MMT (Million Metric Ton) of green hydrogen capacity by 2030.... Read more
A New Decree for Mekong River Dolphins Protection
The government of Cambodia issued a sub-decree to regulate designated dolphin protection areas called the Mekong River Dolphin Management Areas. ... Read more
UN 2023 Water Conference Seeks Global Commitments to Tackle Water Challenges
The UN 2023 Water Conference aims to address the challenges surrounding water and its role in supporting sustainable development through global, voluntary commitments.... Read more
Australia’s Progress Towards Circular Fashion
The National Clothing Product Stewardship Scheme aims to achieve fashion circularity by 2030 through genuine collaborations between fashion brands, organizations, government, and individuals.... Read more
Developing Sustainable Inland Fisheries in Indonesia
Through the IFish project, Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) partners with FAO to develop a sustainable inland fisheries management model, focusing on Indonesian shortfin eels in the Sukabumi District.... Read more