Asia Jordan Increase in container traffic at the Aqaba Container Terminal during the past month, despite regional tensions, reflects Jordan’s growing logistical role in the region with flexible supply chains at Aqaba Port becoming a secure, stable alternative route
Asia Philippines “Tabang Bicol, Tindog Oragon” or Help Bicol, Rise Strong program to aid typhoon-hit Bicol residents has been launched in southeastern Luzon; it provides $14,4 million in assistance, food packs, housing aid, crisis support for around 150.000 beneficiaries
Asia Nepal Microcredit loans have transformed rural entrepreneurship: returnee migrants are increasingly engaging in agribusiness and the average size of farm loans has risen from Rs1,5 to Rs5million (from 10.500 to 14.00 euros), enabling commercial-scale farming
Asia North Korea An investigation by NK News identified at least three channels broadcasting content in the country ranging from variety shows to human rights documentaries to glimpses of everyday life in Seoul to Russia's war in Ukraine
Asia Thailand Event “Trip Nam Mai Arb”, literally Trip Without Shower, drew 6.000 motorcyclists to Phetchabun for a ride to Phu Thap Boek and Khao Kho National Park; police intervened to manage traffic congestion and ensure safety amid the overwhelming influx of riders
Asia Indonesia Activists protested outside Indonesia’s House of Representatives after the Legislation Body rejected a bill to ban dog and cat meat trade, citing cultural practices among some ethnic groups as a reason; activists vowed to continue advocating for the ban
Africa Algeria A detention order was issued against Algerian-French writer Boualem Sansal at the court in Dar El Beida, Algiers; official Algerian news agency Aps called Sansal a 'pseudo-intellectual worshipped by the French extreme right'
Africa Seychelles The Ocean Festival, known as SUBIOS, will be take place after five years starting today; it has evolved over to encompass a wider range of activities and sectors, from sailing and water sports to sustainable seafood gastronomy and diving
Asia Pakistan Islamabad has been placed under a security lockdown to prevent supporters of jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan from marching to the city as part of the nationwide protests to seek his release; internet services are off in areas of security concerns
America Mexico A new platform to enable patients to report incomplete medication prescriptions has been launched; the initiative enhances healthcare delivery by connecting health institutions to patients, ensuring access to correct medications
Asia Sri Lanka Suwa Seriya, the national free hospital care emergency service founded by Dr. De Silva, attended to the 2.000.000th hospitalization incident; the service started 9 years ago in two provinces and grew into a real island wide service with State support
America Dominican Republic Electricity fraud, namely illegal connections in homes, shops and shopping centres to obtain power, represents a financial deficit of approximately US$150-200 million, according to the president of the Unified Council of Distributed Enterprises
Asia Malaysia Sultan Sharafuddin of Selangor has instructed JAIS to ensure all preachers in the state are accredited, have extensive Islamic knowledge, and follow state regulations; sermons should align with Islamic teachings, remain apolitical and prevent discord
Africa Comoros A €20 million project will strengthen sustainable natural resource management and rural development around the Mwali National Park for the next 6 years thanks to funding from the European Union and the Afd for €6 million and €14 million respectively