Tag: government policy
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UAE Launches Emirati National Identity Strategy to Strengthen Unity and Cultural Pride
Overview: A Bold Step Toward a Shared National Identity The United Arab Emirates has unveiled the Emirati National Identity Strategy during the 2025 Government Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi. This ambitious initiative, developed by the Ministry of Culture and the Presidential Court, seeks to reinforce national values, unity, and cultural pride across all segments of…
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UAE launches Emirati National Identity Strategy to reinforce national values, unity, and cultural pride
Introduction: A strategic move to deepen national identity The United Arab Emirates has rolled out a comprehensive Emirati National Identity Strategy during its 2025 Government Annual Meetings held in Abu Dhabi. The initiative, developed under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture and the Presidential Court’s leadership, aims to reinforce national values, bolster social cohesion,…
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Jakarta’s Plan to Build 24 Hospitals in Papua Across Six Provinces
Overview of the Plan Jakarta has unveiled a bold initiative to expand hospital capacity across Papua, aiming to construct 24 new hospitals that would serve all six of Papua’s provinces. The plan, announced by Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka on Tuesday, is part of a broader effort to bridge health disparities between Papua and other…
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DTI defers mandatory E-Commerce Trustmark amid online seller concerns
DTI shifts the E-Commerce Trustmark from mandatory to voluntary focus through year-end The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced a major policy reversal on the E-Commerce Philippine Trustmark, moving from a mandatory requirement to a voluntary program through December 31. The move comes after widespread pushback from online merchants who argued that the trustmark…
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LTO Extends Expired Vehicle and Driver’s License Validity to Oct. 15, 2025
LTO Extends Validity of Expired Licenses and Registrations The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has announced a temporary extension of the validity of motor vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses that expired on September 30. The period is now extended until October 15, 2025, providing relief to motorists and drivers affected by recent natural disasters in the…
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LTO Extends Vehicle Registration and License Validity
Background and Extension Overview The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has announced an extension of the validity period for motor vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses that expired on September 30. The extension will run through October 15 of this year, allowing affected motorists to renew without incurring fines if completed within the extended window. This policy…
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AP Government Advances Airbus Talks to Build a Global Aerospace Hub
AP’s Bold Move: Airbus Investment and the Make in India Agenda In a landmark development, Andhra Pradesh is moving decisively to attract a major Airbus investment. In New Delhi, IT and Industries Minister Nara Lokesh led high-level discussions with Airbus leadership, including the chairman, along with Airbus India and South Asia executives. The meetings underscore…
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Government Scraps Asset Valuation Requirement in Tax Returns
Overview of the Decision In a significant shift, the government has scrapped the asset valuation column from the tax return form for the fiscal year 2025. This decision, made on the directive of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, follows mounting pressure from various stakeholders including tax practitioners and legal experts. The move has sparked renewed discussions…
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Government Eliminates Asset Valuation Requirement in Tax Returns
Introduction In a significant policy shift, the government has decided to remove the asset valuation column from the income tax return form for the year 2025. This decision, announced on September 27, 2025, follows mounting pressure from various stakeholders, including tax practitioners and legal communities, and comes directly on the heels of a strong clarification…
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Canada Post Modernization: Ending Home Delivery
Introduction: The State of Canada Post Canada Post is on the brink of major changes as it faces an impending financial crisis, projected to lose $1.5 billion by 2025. The federal government, recognizing the essential service it provides, particularly to rural and Indigenous communities, is launching a modernization plan aimed at stabilizing the corporation’s finances.…