Bali: The administration of Bali, Indonesia’s premier tourist destination, has set an ambitious goal of becoming free from plastic waste by 2027, a senior official announced on June 16. The plan aims to transform Bali into a plastic-free paradise, enh…
Day: June 18, 2025
ASEAN – RoK Bolster Strategic Connectivity
Jakarta: The 2025 ASEAN-the Republic of Korea (RoK) Connectivity Forum opened in Jakarta on June 17. Themed ‘ASEAN-RoK Cooperation on Connectivity: Master Plan on ASEAN Connectivity (MPAC) 2025 Review and Opportunities under the ASEAN Connectivity Str…
Lao PDR Celebrates International Day of the Midwife with New Pledges to Maternal Health
Vientiane: Lao PDR marked the International Day of the Midwife on June 18 with renewed commitment to maternal and newborn health. The event in Vientiane brought together government officials, health workers, and development partners.
According to La…
Ministries of Energy and Industry to Merge; Senior Officials Retire
Vientiane: The Ministry of Energy and Mines has merged with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, following decisions made at a key meeting held on June 16, 2025. The meeting took place at Electricite du Laos, chaired by Mr. Phoxay Sayasone, Minister…
Indonesia Intensifies Malaria Elimination Efforts with Focus on Papua
Vientiane: Indonesia is stepping up its measures to achieve malaria-free status by 2030, currently focusing on reducing cases in the country’s easternmost region of Papua.
According to Lao News Agency, the Southeast Asian country reportedly has the …
A Turning Point for Agrifood Investment in Asia and the Pacific
Bangkok: From the mountains of Bhutan to the shores of Tuvalu, countries across Asia and the Pacific are confronting a common challenge: transforming their agrifood systems to meet growing demands while safeguarding natural resources for future genera…