Asia Vietnam A nationwide online competition on the Constitution was launched through a dedicated digital platform, allowing citizens to test their knowledge online; the initiative is part of a broader government campaign to improve citizenship awareness
Asia Uzbekistan The draft of the President's decree on trade rules for restaurants and retailers has been published, with measures to introduce an effective and simplified system and further strengthen their legal protection
Europe Bulgaria The sixth national meeting-seminar, organised by the Ministry of Health and the National Centre for Public Health and Analysis, with academics and industry organisations, reported on the progress of food reform to reduce added sugars in fizzy drinks
America Argentina The Chamber of Deputies has approved the use of medicinal cannabis, welcoming an industry that is expected to create over 10.000 jobs by 2025
Oceania Solomon Islands The opening dates for schools, rural education centres and early childhood centres has been announced by MInister of Education with a staggered approach to resume face-to-face teaching after almost 15 weeks
Oceania Samoa A proposal by the Independence Organising Committee states that official celebrations for the 60th anniversary of independence will begin on 1 June with local thanksgiving services, while the main celebrations will be held in September
Europe Slovakia The Ministry of Information recently presented a 'blueprint' for national regulation of illegal content and online hoaxes; many other public institutions commented pointing out flaws in the plan
Europe Denmark Dansk Folkehjælp has reported a sharp increase in the number of families applying for summer holiday support - around 10.000 - although only a tenth of applicants will receive the subsidy
Oceania Papua New Guinea PNG Air Ltd's partnership with Digicel Financial services allows PNG Air customers to pay for their airline tickets electronically using Digicel Cellmoni without having to physically go to a PNG Air office or travel agency
America Brazil The NGO Coordination for Indigenous Communities is giving technological devices to indigenous people so they can take evidence and denounce government environmental violations near their communities
Europe Belgium The popularity of rock climbing is growing in Brussels and soon enthusiasts will be able to practice it in the Saint-Antoine church in the Forest district, which will be used as a climbing hall
Europe Sweden To help Ukrainian refugees start work by streamlining administrative processes, a coordination number will soon be issued by the Migration Board to Ukrainian refugees who have obtained a residence permit with temporary protection
Oceania Micronesia The Covid-19 Task Force of the Federated States of Micronesia has announced the planned dates for regularly scheduled repatriation flights for the different states until the end of May 2022
Europe Romania According to a new government bill, public institutions and authorities will no longer be allowed to use IT security software and services produced by Russian companies or controlled by Russian companies or persons for the duration of the war in Ukraine