Asia

Asia-Pacific developing countries see ‘subdued’ growth for third straight year – UN report

Developing countries in Asia and the Pacific are experiencing yet another year of subdued economic growth, marking the third successive year of growth below 6 per cent, according to the annual flagship publication of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP).

World War II “comfort women” in Japan need justice, reparations

Women who were used as sex slaves by the Japanese army during the Second World War need justice and reparations for what they have endured.

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Malaysia Airlines investigation and recovery efforts hampered by shelling: OSCE

The investigation and recovery effort on the site where the Malaysia Airlines passenger flight was shot down has been hampered because of continued shelling in Eastern Ukraine area.

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UN helps young Cambodians to take part in local democracy

Young people in Cambodia are being encouraged to get involved with the running of their neighbourhoods by engaging with their Commune Council.

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Japanese Peace keeper falls in love with South Sudan’s sun

A Japanese peacekeeper serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has discovered the beauty of sunrise and sunset in the newest African nation.

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Men in the Philippines stand up against gender-based violence

Men in the Philippines are actively engaged in their communities to tackle gender-based violence, according to the Permanent Representative of the Philippines to the UN. Ambassador Libran N. Cabactulan was referring to MOVE, a leading men’s group involved in gender advocacy since 2006.

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Trash helping to light up the Philippines

Turning on a light at the flick of a switch is something many people around the world take for granted.

But for one fifth of the world's population, it's simply not an option, relegating them to a life of what’s been called "energy poverty".

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