Tag: Policy
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Cambodia echoes global warning: hazardous chemicals found in a quarter of plastics, ministry warns
Overview: A global warning echoes in Cambodia The Cambodian Ministry of Environment has issued a strong caution about the widespread presence of hazardous chemicals in plastic products. This follows a global study that found more than a quarter of the chemicals used in plastic production pose potential risks to human health and the environment. The…
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Africa’s Youthful Decade: 70% Under 30 Redefines the Continent
Introduction: A continent at a turning point Africa faces a unprecedented demographic shift. For the first time in its history, a majority of the continent’s people are under 30. This youth bulge is not just a statistic; it is a catalyst that could redefine economies, politics, and everyday life across 54 countries. Alongside persistent inequalities,…
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Singapore as Global AI Leader: Lifelong Learning for All
Singapore targets global AI leadership and practical lifelong learning Singapore is eyeing a pivotal shift in its economic strategy. Building on the recommendations of the Economic Strategy Review, the city-state plans to position itself as a global artificial intelligence (AI) leader while embedding AI adoption across industries. The goal is not merely to attract tech…
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Africa’s Youthful Decade: How a Young Continent Is Redefining Its Future
Introduction: A Continent Reacting to a New Demographic Reality For the first time in modern history, Africa is defined by a monumental demographic shift: more than 70% of its people are under the age of 30. This youthful surge is not a temporary phase but a defining feature of the continent’s trajectory. It promises a…
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Singapore Sets Course to Become a Global AI Leader and Make Lifelong Learning Practical
Singapore’s strategic push to become a global AI leader Singapore is charting a bold course to position itself as a global artificial intelligence leader, with the Economic Strategy Review recommending accelerated AI adoption across the economy. The plan emphasizes translating AI innovation into practical outcomes for businesses, workers, and public services, ensuring that the country…
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Singapore rolls out 7 strategies to secure growth and good jobs amid tariff and AI threats
Singapore announces seven strategies to safeguard growth and employment Singapore’s economic leadership has unveiled seven concrete strategies aimed at sustaining growth and protecting good jobs in a world shaped by rising tariffs and rapid advances in artificial intelligence. As Committees convened to conduct Singapore’s Economic Strategy Review (ESR) consider bold ideas, the government is signaling…
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Eby Calls Extortion Wave a ‘Terror Attack in Slow Motion’: A Wake‑Up Call for BC Security
BC Faces a Rising Threat: Extortion as a Slow-Moving Terror British Columbia is grappling with a surge in extortion crimes that Premier David Eby describes as a “terror attack in slow motion.” The provocative analogy highlights the creeping, damaging nature of the threats that residents and businesses face, and it underscores the urgency of a…
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Education, Youth, and the Urgency for Reform: Ghana’s Call to Action
Introduction: The Moment Demands Reform The future of any nation is written in its classrooms. In Ghana, this truth is becoming increasingly undeniable as learning outcomes falter and youth prospects dim. International Day of Education serves not merely as a ceremonial reminder but as a clarion call to intensify reforms that place learners at the…
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Trump Immigration Shake-Up in Minnesota Sparks Power Struggle
In Minnesota, a leadership shake-up signals a broader policy battle A recent move by President Donald Trump to reorganize the leadership of immigration enforcement in Minnesota has become the latest chapter in a months-long power struggle inside his administration. The move, framed by White House aides as a routine realignment to better coordinate federal efforts,…
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Politicians and the Media: Can They Unite Again?
Introduction: A relationship stretched thin The bond between politicians and the media has long been a backbone of healthy democracies. Once, reporters and public figures shared a common purpose: to inform citizens, illuminate policy, and hold power to account. Today, that shared purpose feels strained, frayed by suspicion, sensationalism, and a relentless 24/7 news cycle.…