Clashes in Myanmar displace thousands
Clashes between the Myanmar security forces and regional armed groups, which have involved military airstrikes, have reportedly claimed the lives of at least 17...
Improving Transport Connectivity in Central Asia Requires a Coherent Approach
The combination of infrastructure and logistics improvements, reduction in border delays and tariffs, and harmonized standards across countries could have a significant positive impact...
How to Start a Profitable Clothing Business
You may think that it's too late for this, but why not? Think of the possibilities – you could make a much-needed change in...
Political and Security Uncertainty Slow Down Afghanistan’s Economic Recovery
Afghanistan faces a sluggish economic recovery from COVID-19 amid continued political uncertainties and possible decline in international aid, says the World Bank in its...
Pakistan’s Economy Shows Signs of a Nascent Recovery
Notwithstanding, the recent rise in COVID cases, Pakistan has been showing signs of a fragile economic recovery with a gradual resumption of economic dynamism,...
Renewable energy access key to climate adaptation in Africa
Support for climate adaptation in Africa is crucial, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday in appealing for greater action to provide renewable energy...
Russia’s Indigenous Peoples receives Nornickel`s grants
The grants were awarded to 6 projects by family (tribal) communities, 2 projects by non-profit organizations, and 20 projects by municipal and public institutions....
Clarity still needed on effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccine passports
Being vaccinated against COVID-19 may not prevent transmission and vaccination passports may not be an “effective strategy” for restarting travel, the World Health Organization...
New Resource for Protecting Personal Data for Mental Health Apps
The COVID-19 crisis has exposed an enduring silent epidemic and greatly accelerated the need for a properly funded and functioning global mental health ecosystem....
How a Digital Algorithm is Helping Doctors Treat COVID-19 Patients
Moscow's backup hospitals and inpatient clinics for treatment of the coronavirus infection have started using a new solution as part of the unified digital...