Recent incidents at the Bangladesh–India border, including the deaths of Bangladeshi civilians in Lalmonirhat and Brahmanbaria, show that border killings by India’s BSF continue regularly. Data from Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK) states that dozens of Bangladeshis have been killed each year, with 285 civilians shot dead between 2014 and early 2026. The report also [...]
CAMBODIA: Cambodia and the Russian Federation reaffirmed their commitment to stronger economic cooperation during the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations in Phnom Penh. Talks focused on trade, tourism, education, investment, and skills development. Prak Sokhonn highlighted the strong friendship between the two nations and recognised Russia’s support in Cambodia’s recovery after 1979. More than 8,000 [...]
MALAYSIA: Malaysia faces ongoing waste management problems due to behavioral, systemic, and economic issues. Illegal dumping and littering remain common, as seen in the 2019 Sungai Kim Kim pollution incident in Johor, which caused serious health problems. Despite Malaysia reporting a 37.9% recycling rate in 2024, rubbish continues to pile up, raising doubts about the [...]
JORDAN: A recent World Health Organization report revealed the severe rehabilitation crisis in the Gaza Strip, where over 172,000 people were injured between October 2023 and April 2026. Around 43,000 suffered life-changing injuries, and nearly 56,000 now need long-term rehabilitation. The report noted more than 5,000 amputations, including many children, while Gaza’s rehabilitation centers remain [...]
IRAQ: Iraq has partnered with Google and its AI platform Google Gemini as part of efforts to modernize Iraqi football ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking Iraq’s first appearance in the tournament in 40 years. The initiative, led by football federation chairman Adnan Dirjal, aims to improve the national team’s global image and [...]
The Committee on Academic Freedom of the Association for Iranian Studies warned that the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has seriously affected Iran’s education system. In a letter sent to international leaders, the group accused the US and Israel of targeting universities, schools, and medical research centers, saying such attacks violate [...]
BHUTAN: Bhutan is facing growing concerns over suicide and mental health, with suicide remaining the country’s sixth leading cause of death. Reports show that suicide attempts and deaths continue to rise, prompting the government to make prevention a national priority. Through the National Mental Health Strategy 1.0 (2025), led by the PEMA Secretariat, Bhutan is [...]
BANGLADESH:A coalition of left-leaning student organisations under the banner of Gonotantrik Chhatra Jote staged a protest march toward the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bangladesh, demanding the cancellation of the Bangladesh-US trade agreement. Leaders from several student groups claimed the agreement was unequal and would negatively impact sectors such as poultry, dairy, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and [...]
CAMBODIA: At the 48th ASEAN Summit in Cebu City, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. held a trilateral meeting with Anutin Charnvirakul and Hun Manet to promote peace between Thailand and Cambodia amid ongoing border tensions. The conflict, rooted in disputes surrounding the ancient Preah Vihear Temple, has caused many deaths and displaced thousands since May 2025. Marcos [...]
MALAYSIA: Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced that the Malaysia government is considering a new law that would legally require children to care for their ageing parents. The proposal aims to strengthen filial responsibility and preserve the nation’s moral and social values. Zahid has directed the Ministry of Women, Family, and Community Development to prepare a policy [...]