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Agri-business

Global Food Prices Edge Up in November Amid Mixed Trends

Vegetable oils drove the November increase, with prices soaring 7.5 per cent, marking their highest level in over two years.

OWSA Staff - 10 December 2024

Afghanistan

A Generation in Peril: How Taliban Policies Are Failing Afghan Boys’ Education

The curriculum has been narrowed to emphasise Islamic studies, while key subjects like arts, sports, English, and civic education have been eliminated.

OWSA Contributor - 9 December 2024

Accountability

Another Tsunami Sweeps Sri Lanka

On November 14 this year, another tsunami struck, sweeping across the country in an unprecedented wave that mesmerised many of the 22 million population.

OWSA Contributor - 9 December 2024

Bangladesh

Bangladesh to Introduce Policy Promoting Volunteerism for Societal Welfare

Organized by Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) Bangladesh, the event focused on this year’s theme, “Everything for Everyone,” highlighting the universal value of volunteerism. Speaking at the gathering, Hasan emphasized the critical role volunteers play in disaster management.

OWSA Contributor - 6 December 2024

Bio-diversity

Courage, not Compromise? A Rallying Cry that Failed at Deadlocked COP Meetings

The negotiations did not yield the results that would have helped Planet Earth set a groundbreaking target to reduce the amount of plastic being produced.

Inter Press Service - 5 December 2024

Democracy

Maldives and India: Parallels in Constitutional Challenges

The lawsuit was filed by former Kendhoo MP and lawyer Ali Hussain, who contends that the recent amendments contravened the Constitution and the fundamental structure of the Malidves Constitution.

OWSA Contributor - 4 December 2024

Bangladesh

Cyclone Remal Inflicts $622 Million in Losses on Bangladesh; Highlights Risks of Floating LNG Terminals

The cyclone, which struck in May 2024, caused extensive damage, including the prolonged shutdown of the Summit LNG terminal, one of Bangladesh’s two floating, storage, and regasification units (FSRUs).

OWSA Contributor - 3 December 2024

Agri-business

New FAO Report Offers Guidance and Data on Integrating Nutrition Goals into Food Trade Policies

Trade-driven diversity also leads to a more equal distribution of nutrients such as vitamin C, calcium, and zinc, which is key given that the domestic food production of many countries does not meet the nutrient requirements of their populations.

OWSA Contributor - 2 December 2024

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