How Businesses Can Help Build a Gender-Inclusive Agritech Ecosystem
As new opportunities emerge from agricultural technology, businesses have a huge role in advancing gender-inclusive agritech solutions.... Read More
Soft News
Informative, light, and evergreen soft news.
GNA “News” platform brings you informative, light, and evergreen soft news on policies and regulations, lessons learned and good practices, innovations, programs, activities, and movements in international organizations, governments, businesses, and civil society across the Asia Pacific and beyond.
Thailand’s Universal Coverage Scheme Reformation
Thailand reforms its healthcare system under the Universal Coverage Scheme, highlighting digitalization and health data integration for better services.... Read More
How ‘Formalization’ May Impact Gig Economy Workers in Indonesia
“The 'formalization' of gig economy workers in Indonesia may bring various consequences. So, what kind of policies are needed?”... Read More
How Urban Tree Loss May Affect Education Results
A recent study from the University of Utah found a link between urban tree loss and its impact on students’ education outcomes.... Read More
Would AZEC’s Decarbonization Efforts Lead to Increased Emissions Instead?
A report revealed that many of the agreements signed in AZEC could instead extend fossil fuel use and increase greenhouse gas emissions.... Read More
Reviving Physical Bookstores in Japan Amidst Digitalization
From government projects to business initiatives, efforts are underway to revive Japan’s physical bookstores amidst a dwindling number.
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Scientists Identified 234 New Species in the Greater Mekong
Amidst the worrying rate of biodiversity loss, scientists made discoveries of 234 additional species in the Greater Mekong area.... Read More
Exploring Carbon Capture Concrete Printing for a More Sustainable Construction Industry
Researchers in Singapore have developed a carbon capture concrete printing method to reduce the carbon footprint and promote a more sustainable construction industry.... Read More
Beach Cleanup Exchanges Plastic Trash for Rice in the Philippines
In the Philippines, an initiative gathers locals to clean beaches from plastic pollution by exchanging plastic trash for rice.... Read More
Looking into Australia’s Community Battery Program
Community battery installations across Australia aim to strengthen energy security and accelerate clean energy transition for all.... Read More