Thailand's new Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul made his first government policy statement to parliament, presenting a roadmap to revive the economy and improve national stability. Addressing lawmakers at the National Assembly, Anutin noted the country's wide-ranging difficulties and asked for immediate action while committing to long-term reforms. He emphasised that his government would prioritise increasing household income, lowering living costs, and tackling escalating debt concerns. Plans also include increasing domestic savings and strengthening Thailand's standing as a worldwide t
Singapore's population has hit an all-time high of 6.11 million by June 2025, according to official numbers released this week. This represents a 1.2% increase over the previous year, with the increase owing primarily to the growth of foreign workers in the city-state. Foreign employment increased to 1.91 million, up 2.7% from June 2024. The majority of these people were employed in construction, maritime shipyards, processing industries, and as domestic helpers. Authorities emphasised that construction workers play an important role in supporting large-scale national initiatives like the
Abu Dhabi has approved a $11.4 billion expansion of its Quality of Life Strategy, which aims to enhance living standards, strengthen communities, and ensure the long-term well-being of residents and visitors. The plan prioritises healthcare, housing, sustainability, mobility, and cultural development. Authorities have indicated that the expansion will prioritise access to modern healthcare facilities, preventive health programs, and mental health initiatives. Investments in wellness clinics, telemedicine, and community sports facilities are anticipated to encourage healthy habits. Susta
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a major expansion of India's medical education capacity, adding 10,023 new undergraduate and postgraduate seats to government medical institutes. This decision is part of Phase III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS), which aims to develop and improve state and central government medical colleges, standalone postgraduate institutes, and government hospitals. A total of 5,000 postgraduate seats will be created in various medical specialities, while 5,023 new MBBS seats will be added through the upgrade of existing
The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, celebrated World Tourism Day on September 27, 2025, with the theme "Tourism and Sustainable Transformation." The event at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and academics to discuss how tourism might be aligned with sustainable growth. The celebration highlighted India’s commitment to preserving its cultural and natural wealth while promoting responsible travel in destinations such as Jaipur, Varanasi, and Goa. The Ministry emphasised that tourism is not only a source of economic activity, but also a tool fo
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the fourth edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025 on September 25 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, says the Ministry of Food Processing Industries. The event will continue till September 28 and is being held on a scale never seen before in India's food processing sector. It is expected to be the greatest gathering of industry stakeholders, spanning 1,00,000 square metres. Representatives from around 21 countries, 21 Indian states and union territories, 10 central ministries, and five allied government organisations will attend the mega event. Ru
India's organic exports to Australia surged to US $8.96 million in fiscal year 2024-25, with shipments totalling 2,781.58 metric tonnes, according to the Commerce Ministry. The export basket was dominated by psyllium husk, coconut milk and rice. This expansion has been aided by a Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) for organic items under the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA). The MRA applies to unprocessed plant products (except seaweed, aquatic plants, and greenhouse crops), processed foods containing plant-based ingredients, and wine in certain contexts.
India's core sector output increased significantly by 6.3% in August 2025, achieving its highest level in the previous 15 months. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced the figures, stating that the increase was primarily driven by higher steel and coal production. This represents a significant improvement over July's final growth result of 3.7%. The core sector represents eight crucial industries: steel, coal, cement, fertiliser, electricity, crude oil, natural gas, and petroleum refinery products, which collectively account for more than 40% of the Index of Industrial Production
A three-day international symposium in Punjab has reinforced India and the United Kingdom's partnership in urban sustainability. The event aimed to promote smart, green cities and create a resilient urban environment. The effort, organised under the SSG-Bridge project, is supported equally by the British Council (UK) and the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), India. The symposium, titled "Enhancing Urban Resilience and Sustainability through UK-India Collaboration," brought together prominent academics, policymakers, industry experts, and early-career researchers. Participa
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has unveiled a significant national program aimed at strengthening the UAE's status as a global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. The campaign aims to attract 10,000 Emirati entrepreneurs and create 30,000 new jobs by 2030. Sheikh Mohammed announced the plan on his official social media platforms, emphasising that the initiative will provide new economic opportunities and inspire young Emiratis to take advantage of the country's healthy and quickly rising economy. The