Rubber Plantations Cause More Deforestation Than You Think
A new study reveals a more accurate picture of how rubber plantations in Southeast Asia caused significant deforestation.... 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.
Combating Wildlife Crime with Enhanced International Collaborations
Wildlife crime is an international issue. An ICCWC report shares the progress and actions needed in combating wildlife crime worldwide.... Read More
Rebuilding Infrastructures to Address Water Scarcity in Sudan
A UNEP-led project has been rebuilding infrastructure to address water scarcity in Sudan's drought-prone and conflict-ridden region.... Read More
IKEA Foundation to Support Community-Centered Just Energy Transition
An initiative by the IKEA Foundation and ClimateWorks Foundation will fund a community-centered, just energy transition in the Global South.... Read More
Seatech Seaweed Farming Supports Blue Economy in Indonesia
Seatech Seaweed Farming aims to support the implementation of blue economy in Indonesia through seaweed farming technology.... Read More
Australia’s New Strategy to Strengthen Trade and Investments with Southeast Asia
The Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 aims to enhance Australia-Southeast Asia trade and investments in various sectors.... Read More
How School Meals Support Children in Cambodia
The World Food Programme’s school meals program aims to tackle education, nutrition, and gender equality issues in Cambodia.... Read More
Empowering Local Leaders at the COP28 Local Climate Action Summit
The COP28 Local Climate Action Summit aims to empower local leaders in tackling climate change challenges. ... Read More
Malaysia and Indonesia Struggle with Transboundary Haze in Southeast Asia
This year, the transboundary haze hits Southeast Asia, especially Malaysia and Indonesia hard, causing unhealthy levels of air quality.... Read More
New Study Says Earthworm Contribute to Global Food Production Through Soil Health
Living organisms are important for soil health. A study reveals the impacts of earthworm on the productivity of global cereal and legume crops.... Read More