Civil society

The new bill is expected to complement these efforts by creating a robust domestic legal arsenal. It builds on existing tools like the proceeds of crime act while addressing gaps that have allowed convicted offenders to evade full accountability. Legal experts anticipate faster prosecutions and stronger deterrence, potentially reducing the cycle of gang-related violence that has terrorized communities.

The government notified rules and guidelines for sustainable harnessing of fisheries in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and high seas in 2025.

According to the Taliban’s own Commission for the Collection of Beggars and Prevention of Begging, nearly 75,000 individuals – 74,968 to be precise – have been rounded up from Kabul’s streets since the nationwide campaign began in 2022.

As fighting continues in Rakhine State, the report serves as a stark reminder that Rohingya civilians remain trapped between warring factions, their safety and dignity under relentless assault.

Hospitals are accused of admitting patients without medical necessity and inflating bills, while helicopter companies allegedly falsified flight records.

As governments and international agencies absorb the latest IOM findings, rights advocates are pressing for immediate action.

The kingdom’s Gross National Happiness philosophy, which places equal weight on economic progress and environmental stewardship, faces a practical test here.

With the region still recovering from previous shocks, the latest ADB analysis serves as a timely reminder of the region’s exposure to distant geopolitical events.