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    Sri Lanka: Parliament Seeks Overhaul of Flagship Social Security Program Amid Data, Transparency Concerns

    In the meantime, civil society will likely continue pressing for accountability, especially in light of RTI-documented abuses.
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    Empowerment

    India Launches Sweeping Labour Reform as Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike

    Labour economists caution against reading the headline numbers uncritically. They note that a large portion of India’s workforce remains informal, underpaid, and without stable contracts.
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    Democracy

    Gen-Z Unrest Wipes Billions Off Nepal’s Economy as Growth Outlook Darkens

    Even as relief plans are underway, many warn that rebuilding will not just require bricks and mortar – but a renewed social contract that can lay the foundations for more inclusive and resilient growth.
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    Agri-business

    Sri Lanka: Price Controls on Rice Backfire, Thinktank Study Finds

    Advocata’s findings come at a critical time, as Sri Lanka continues to navigate post-crisis economic pressures.
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    Agriculture

    PM Modi Releases 21st Instalment of PM-KISAN; Over ₹18,000 Crore Transferred to Nearly 9 Crore Farmers

    With the ₹18,000-crore payout for 9 crore farmers, the government reiterates its commitment to the farming community.
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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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    Afghanistan

    Torkham Border Shutdown Enters 38th Day, Deepening Economic Strain Across Afghanistan–Pakistan Trade Route

    As the 38-day shutdown continues, both sides face mounting pressure. Unless the Torkham crossing reopens soon, the economic and human costs risk becoming permanent scars on bilateral trade.
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    UN Experts Warn Sri Lanka’s NGO Bill Clashes with FATF Standards Ahead of High-Stakes Review

    Balancing genuine efforts to combat illicit finance with the protection of civic space remains a test that international standards – and international observers – will closely watch.
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    Bhutan’s Tobacco Laws Lag Behind Surge in New Nicotine Products

    Bhutan’s experience offers a cautionary tale for other countries experimenting with or contemplating strict tobacco controls.
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    Nepal’s Proposed Media Council Bill Raises Press Freedom Concerns Amid Tiered Penalties

    The developments in Nepal illustrate a familiar tension across many democracies: the challenge of establishing effective self-regulation and accountability mechanisms without creating tools that could be used to constrain critical reporting.

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    Bhutan’s experience offers a cautionary tale for other countries experimenting with or contemplating strict tobacco controls.
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