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    Sri Lankan Tea Workers’ Wage Crisis: Promises Fade as Exploitation Persists in 2025

    A production-based model, per September 2025 talks, could align incentives, but unions fear diluted guarantees. The government eyes hybrid funding, yet delays breed unrest.
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    Empowerment

    India Launches Sweeping Labour Reform as Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike

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    Bangladesh’s Leaky School Pipeline: Fewer than Half Reach Class 10

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    Civil society

    Human Cost of Glitter: As Myanmar Hosts 60th Gems Emporium, Hpakant Jade Hub Bleeds Civilians

    Those calling for reform are joined by civil society voices demanding international scrutiny. Some urge consumers abroad to avoid Burmese jade, pointing to its role in funding violence.
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    Finance and Economy

    Nepal Sees Remittance Boom: Inflows Cross ₹553 B in Q1, Monthly Record Tops ₹200 B

    There is concern that the “remittance economy” model could undermine long-term development if not paired with investment in productive sectors.
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    Child Labour

    Farming Failures and Factory Floors: How Climate Crisis Forces Nepal’s Children into Labour

    The report calls for the government and industry joining hands to strengthen social protection, enforce labour laws, and support climate adaptation.
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    Cooperatives

    Co-operative Mobility Unfolds: “Bharat Taxi” Embarks on Soft Launch in Delhi

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