
Future scenarios of drought in many parts of Southeast Asia may become more frequent and intense if actions are not taken now to build resilience, according to the latest joint study by the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Thu, Apr 25, 2019, 15:19:00
Former Vice President Joe Biden, a moderate Democrat, is set to launch his third run for the White House Thursday.
Thu, Apr 25, 2019, 15:19:00
Energy-saving glass, unburnt bricks and nano paint are in demand from owners of construction works who are following the ‘green’ trend.
Thu, Apr 25, 2019, 15:18:00
Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong-un met face-to-face for the first time on Thursday, vowing to seek closer ties as they look to counter U.S. influence.
Thu, Apr 25, 2019, 15:17:00
Vietnam is expected to put an end to Plasmodium falciparum malaria parasite by 2025, towards eliminating all species of malaria by 2030 as recommended by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Thu, Apr 25, 2019, 15:17:00
Thailand's government said it is "making progress" with the much-delayed high-speed Thai-Chinese rail line that is to link Thailand, Laos and China.
Thu, Apr 25, 2019, 15:16:00
A conference was held in Hanoi on April 25 to discuss the development of cultural industries in Vietnam, aiming to clarify the definition of cultural industries and creative spaces, and open up opportunities for dialogue between creative hubs and policy makers.
