Asia India Indian Railways' first hydrogen-powered train made its maiden journey covering an 89-km route between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana state; the 10 coaches were powered by a 1.200 Kw hydrogen fuel cell propulsion system, the world's most powerful for a train
Asia Brunei Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah inaugurated the Brunei Fertiliser Industries plant, stating that the new facility will help strengthen the sultanate's export diversity
Oceania Solomon Islands The Central Bank of Solomon Islands has signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Bank of Cambodia to strengthen 'Cooperation in the area of financial innovation and payment systems'
America Uruguay Three years after his inception, 43% approves how Lacalle Pou has managed the country, while only 36% thinks he has complied with promises made during his electoral campaign
America Suriname The government has decided to allocate 15% of its carbon credits directly to 241 Indigenous villages to expedite their development, as well as empower them to better provide for their own needs with the assistance of state aid
Africa Equatorial Guinea Equatorial Guinea's Minister of Mines and Hydrocarbons signed three production sharing contracts with Panoro Energy and Africa Oil Corporation
Asia Saudi Arabia Saudi artist Mohammed Al-Faraj was one of 80 artists chosen by Hayy Jameel to create a 25-metre art installation in Jeddah, the 'Face of the City', which will remain on display in front of Hayy Jameel's building for the rest of the year
America Belize An educational tour on the implementation of Child Labour Policies has been initiated by the Ministry of Labour, with the goal of prohibiting the employment of children in certain occupations and eradicating the worst forms of child labour by 2025
Europe Serbia Air Serbia and Air China have renewed their cooperation that began in 2015, with the aim of facilitating travel between the two countries
Asia Vietnam The Prime Minister called for a basic and comprehensive digital transformation reform to improve labour productivity and the competitiveness of businesses and the nation
Africa Central African Republic The Réseau des Artistes pour le Développement intends to organise a large concert in support of the Central African Armed Forces, called 'Liberate My Country'
Asia Cambodia To enhance the living conditions and welfare of disabled people in Cambodia, providing subsidies and housing through the National Social Security Fund, is one of the focus efforts of the gevernment
America Uruguay Due to the severity of its drought, the country has legally prohibited the use of potable water for non-priority purposes, such as garden irrigation, washing sidewalks, filling pools and more
Europe Italy The primaries to elect the new secretary of the Democratic Party, the largest left-wing party in Italy, saw the victory of Ms. Schlein with 53,75% while Mr. Bonaccini got 46,25%; Ms. Schlein has become the first woman leader of PD in its history