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
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.
Advancing Universal Healthcare Coverage for All
Universal Healthcare Coverage (UHC) ensures everyone can afford the full spectrum of healthcare services they need without having to face financial difficulties due to the health expenses.... 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
Hyundai, Drop Coal: BTS ARMY Indonesia and KPOP4PLANET urge against new coal plant
BTS ARMY Indonesia and KPOP4PLANET published an open letter and a campaign titled ‘Hyundai, Drop Coal!’ to urge Hyundai to drop the partnership with Adaro that plans to build a new 1.1 GW coal power plant in North Kalimantan, Indonesia.... Read More
Neurodiversity Movement: Embracing Autism Acceptance & Inclusion
Every year, we celebrate Autism Awareness Day on April 2. More than awareness, the neurodiversity movement leads to autism acceptance and inclusion. ... 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