New Procurement Bill Criminalizes Political Interference

The newly passed Government Procurement Bill makes political interference in government contracts a criminal offence, punishable by up to RM500,000 in fines or five years in jail. PKR Youth defended the bill against criticisms from an anti-graft group, saying it ensures greater transparency and oversight. The law requires open tenders for mega projects, conflict-of-interest declarations, [...]

Cambodia Urges UNDP Support for Urgent Mine Clearance

Senior Minister Ly Thuch of Cambodia met with Enrico Gaveglia, the new UNDP Representative, to talk about the serious danger of unexploded bombs left in the country. These bombs are found in schools, health centers, and farmland, putting people’s lives at risk. Thuch asked UNDP to help find more resources for clearing the bombs and [...]

Iraq Launches First-Ever National Migration Plan (2025–2030)

Iraq has launched its first national migration plan (2025–2030), a five-year strategy to ensure safe, orderly, and regular migration. The plan aims to create opportunities for work, education, and family reunification, while strengthening migration governance and supporting national stability and development. Around two million Iraqis live abroad, over 58,000 have returned in the past seven [...]

72% of Deaths in Bhutan Linked to Lifestyle Diseases

Globally, Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) cause 41 million deaths yearly, mostly in low- and middle-income countries. In Bhutan, 72% of deaths are due to NCDs, with cardiovascular diseases alone causing 28%. Risk factors include tobacco use (31.4%), harmful alcohol consumption (40.2%), low fruit and vegetable intake (74.6%), physical inactivity (18.3%), high blood pressure (30.3%), and rising [...]

Iran Warns of Expanded War if Conflict with Israel Resumes

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned Tehran would abandon restraint in any new war with Israel. He said future conflicts would expand to new geographic areas and possibly economic and political arenas. Ghalibaf stressed that Iran’s military had corrected weaknesses exposed in June’s 12-day war. He pointed to recent naval missile drills as a [...]

US Praises Bangladesh for Sheltering Rohingya Refugees

The United States praised Bangladesh for sheltering over one million Rohingya refugees. Washington also thanked other countries in the region that provide refuge to people fleeing Myanmar. The statement came from US State Department spokesperson Thomas “Tommy” Pigott. The US reaffirmed its support for Rohingyas and other ethnic groups facing violence in Myanmar. Bangladesh has [...]

Cambodia Urges Thailand to Build Trust for Peace Talks

Cambodia has urged Thailand to cooperate in fostering a climate of trust to peacefully resolve disputes and restore normalcy between the two nations. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nong Sakal reaffirmed Cambodia’s support for an ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) to monitor the ceasefire, alongside the Interim Observer Team (IOT). He emphasized joint measures for mutual benefit, including [...]

Johor Regent Calls for Stricter Action Against Bullying

A 10-year-old boy in Johor is suffering severe trauma after repeated bullying incidents at school, which worsened his pre-existing health conditions. His mother, Siti Suhana Misdi, shared that the child, once cheerful, now struggles with depression, crying, and medical complications, requiring a nine-day hospital stay. Although the families of the alleged bullies have apologized, his [...]

Jordan Sponsors Orphans’ Graduation in Gaza

The Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO) and the Jordanian Campaign sponsored a graduation ceremony for the Wafaa Association for Orphans in southern Gaza, themed. The event gathered orphans, families, and community leaders, featuring performances, gifts, meals, and support services. The initiative emphasized Jordan’s ongoing commitment to the people of Gaza, especially vulnerable orphans, under the [...]

Chlorine Leak Hospitalizes 600 Pilgrims in Iraq

In Iraq, over 600 pilgrims were briefly hospitalized after inhaling chlorine gas. The leak came from a water treatment station on the Karbala–Najaf road. The incident occurred overnight during the Arbaeen pilgrimage season. Iraq’s health ministry confirmed 621 cases of asphyxia from the chlorine leak. All affected individuals were given medical treatment. Thankfully, all patients [...]

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