Asia Bangladesh Recent studies demonstrated that microplastics are present in water, sediments, fish, salt, soft drinks, milk, edible oil and more products in Bangladesh, underscoring the growing concern that these pollutants are transferred to humans through food
Europe Spain Spain consistently ranks as the world's second-most visited country after France and surpassed Italy in terms of tourism value; strategic investments and broader economic strength have elevated the sector to a higher financial and quantitative level
Asia Georgia Georgian citizens who remain abroad for over six months will benefit from the Universal Healthcare Program at the same conditions they were previously entitled to and will receive healthcare services without any changes, an official clarification reads
America Costa Rica A new call for the 2026 Trans-fórmate program has been launched; the initiative has provided free digital training to over 1.550 entrepreneurs and has aimed to boost 135 more small businesses through personalized support and certified courses
Asia Singapore Sea-borne robbery cases in the Straits of Malacca and around Singapore have reached their highest level since 2007, raising concerns over maritime security; Authorities warn that more organized gangs and rising ship traffic are often responsible
Asia Mongolia A government working group will coordinate celebrations of 820th anniversary of the founding of Great Mongol Empire by Chinggis Khaan; events across Mongolia will be integrated into Naadam festival and promoted internationally through diplomatic missions
Asia Syria A Syrian tycoon linked to former regime has reportedly signed an agreement with the new government; al-Hal news outlet writes that the accord is a key test for the narrative of a "new phase"
Europe Hungary Homeless people need to be taken care of in winter and local governments are in charge, PM Orbán stated, asking whether the Task Force was dealing with the issue and reminding there are plenty of places in homeless shelters
Africa Mauritania Mauritania and Senegal signed a parliamentary cooperation protocol in Nouakchott, setting the frame of enhanced collaboration between the two legislative institutions
Asia Pakistan Hospital staff in Punjab has been ordered to wear body cameras to improve patient care and curb negligence; The move aims to boost accountability in public hospitals, monitor staff conduct and address complaints about poor treatment and corruption
America Chile A high-level meeting to reinforce maritime decarbonization as a long-term State policy has been held, aiming to boost Chile's global leadership in low-emission shipping despite delays in international climate agreements
Oceania Kiribati Concrete foundation for the Tarawa Kiribati Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was completed before the end of the year, and the work of installing the prefabricated modules is expected to begin in the next few weeks
Asia Cambodia 150 ancient Khmer bronze antiquities will be lent to a travelling exhibition in Henan, China, where they’ll be shown at multiple venues to showcase Khmer artistic heritage; The loans aim to deepen ties with China and highlight Cambodia’s civilisation
Asia South Korea 2026 economic master plan aims at a “great economic leap,” forecasting 2% GDP growth; government plans substantial investments in semiconductors, AI, defense and biotech, new fiscal policy, price stabilization and measures to boost consumption