Asia North Korea North Korean practitioners of traditional medicine reportedly working at clinics in Russia and Central Asia are rare examples of the NK exporting skilled labor, in violation of UN sanctions
Asia Armenia The European Union Mission in Armenia EUMA conducted its 8.000th patrol, noting that it remains committed to the strengthening of peace and stability in the region, and that EUMA teams will continue patrol activities in support of this goal
Asia Iran Iran’s Assembly of Experts has named Mojtaba Khamenei to serve the country as new supreme leader after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been confirmed killed under US and Israel fire earlier this month
Asia Qatar With temporary authorisation in an operating corridor Qatar Airways will operate today flights from Moscow, Perth, Seoul, Nairobi, Beijing, Istanbul, Delhi, Islamabad, London, Madrid, Frankfurt, Milan for passengers whose final destination is Doha
Asia Bahrain Bahrain accused Iran of striking a desalination plant, raising fears that civilian infrastructure may become fair game in the war; Iran’s president vowed to expand attacks on American targets in the region following intense US and Israeli air strikes
Asia Kuwait A number of wedding halls have been temporary converted into food distribution centers to reduce overcrowding and facilitate efficient supply, especially in densely populated areas
Asia Taiwan Routine drug price surveys could be suspended for three years in an effort to strengthen the stability of Taiwan’s pharmaceutical supply; annual surveys consider demand and clinical necessity and set prices, ultimately influencing production
Asia Uzbekistan Over 60.000 young representatives were connected in a video link from studios in the Republic of Karakalpakstan, various regions, and Tashkent for the open dialogue held by President Mirziyoyev to mandate officials to support youth startups and education
Asia Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Tourism organized a special luncheon for foreign tourists stuck in the country due to disruptions caused by the Middle East crisis; Many visitors have been unable to return home following flight cancellations and airport closures
Asia Cyprus Hundreds of protesters gathered in the centre of Nicosia to peacefully demonstrate against the presence of the British bases in Akrotiri and Dhekelia: amid the ongoing war the bases, surrounding areas and Cyprus' infrastructure became a military target
Asia Kazakhstan Over 10,4 million women live in Kazakhstan, reflecting both the country’s growing population and the expanding role they play in workforce, entrepreneurship and public life; figures were released by Bureau of National Statistics ahead of Women’s Day
Asia Jordan Life mostly continues like normal in Amman, but hailing sirens have become a part of daily life, triggered by missiles flying over Jordan; airlines are cancelling flights and military jets are patrolling over the city
Asia East Timor Implementation of gender equality principles into government policies has been inaugurated by Secretary of State for Equality with EU and UNDP; Women's day will be also celebrated with SEI-UN Women dialogue to promote women's political participation