Promising start to Malaysia’s new wage policy

The Prog­res­s­ive Wage Policy (PWP) has given median wages the much-needed boost, with the programme’s ­participants earning RM200 to RM250 more than current ­stan­d­ards, according to the Economy Minis­try.

ASEAN an important pillar of India's Act East Policy: official

The Senior Officials appreciated progress in the implementation of the 10 Point Proposal of the Indian Prime Minister announced at the 21st ASEAN-India Summit in Laos in 2024 to further strengthen the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

Singapore to apply AI in elderly care

As Singapore's aging population grows rapidly, projected to reach 25 per cent of the total population by 2030, technology is seen as a key solution to address healthcare workforce shortages.

Thai government pushes for gender equality

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's Government is committed to promoting gender equality in all settings through various policies, including amending discriminatory laws, eradicating domestic violence, extending maternity leave, improving access to quality childcare, and supporting the Thai Women Empowerment Fund.

Shin, Waltz hold talks, reaffirm NK denuclearistion goals

South Korea's National Security Adviser Shin Won-sik and his US counterpart Michael Waltz Shin and Waltz agreed to work closely to devise and implement policies to counter North Korea in accordance with the United Nations Security Council resolutions, Shin told reporters at a press briefing in Washington on Thursday.

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