Neighborhood News Digest- 06 September 2024

Afghanistan

Kyrgyzstan Removes Islamic Emirate from Banned List-Tolo News

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate has praised the removal of its name from the list of banned groups by the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. Click here to read... [2]

Joint Meeting Held Between Journalists, Govt Spokespersons-Tolo News

Joint meetings between journalists and government spokespersons have been organized by the Ministry of Information and Culture and the UNAMA office in the western and eastern regions of the country. The purpose of these meetings is to facilitate access to information and enhance coordination between journalists and government spokespersons, according to the statement. Click here to read... [3]

ANSA Reports 2.2 Billion Afs in Revenue-Tolo News

Officials from The Afghanistan National Standards Authority (ANSA) said on Wednesday during a reporting program that in the past year, this institution has generated over 2.2 billion Afghani in revenue. Click here to read... [4]

Chinese oil company to send $100M in equipment for oil extraction in Afghanistan-The Khaama Press

The Afghanistan embassy in China has announced that Beijing will send advanced machinery and equipment worth approximately $100 million to the country to advance oil extraction projects. Click here to read... [5]

Bangladesh

No decision on registration to visit St Martin’s: govt - The Daily Star

After daylong confusion over the requirements for travelling to Saint Martin's, the government has clarified that no decision has been made on implementing a registration system for visiting the island. Click here to read... [6]

Restore caretaker govt system – The Daily Star

Minutes before resigning as chief election commissioner, Kazi Habibul Awal yesterday proposed national elections be held under the caretaker government system. He also recommended the introduction of staggered elections and a proportional representation system. Click here to read... [7]

Shahidi march: Anti-discrimination students announce 5 demands – Dhaka Tribune

Following the celebration of the one-month anniversary of the removal of the “fascist Hasina government” and the remembrance of the sacrifice of the martyrs, the students and general public brought out rallies and processions with banners and placards portraying the sacrifices of the martyrs and the injured ones. Click here to read... [8]

Bhutan

Gyalsung—Bhutan’s National Service Programme launched-Kuensel

Gyalsung—Bhutan’s National Service, was launched simultaneously at the four Gyalsung Academies in Khotokha in Wangdue, Pemathang in Samdrupjongkhar, Gyalpoizhing in Mongar, and Jamtsholing in Samtse yersterday. His Majesty thanked the armed forces, praising their devotion and courage, and said that they will continue to be relied on to make National Service hugely successful. Click here to read... [9]

Maldives

Agreement with Kazakhstan on cooperation in technology– Adhadhu

Kazakhstan and Maldives have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of technology. The agreement was signed by the State Minister of Home Affairs Dr. Mohamed Kinanath on behalf of Maldives. Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry Zhaslan Madiyev signed on behalf of Kazakhstan. Earlier this week, Commissioner of Police Ali Shujau said Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be introduced into the police work to prevent crimes. The government is strengthening relations with various countries with the aim of developing Maldives. An agreement was signed with Turkey to develop water and sewerage while an agreement was signed with a Chinese company to redevelop roads in Male'. Click here to read... [10]

Zameer meets Foreign Minister of UAE, delivers letter from President Muizzu– Adhadhu

Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer called on the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Septemebr 4. The meeting was held in Abu Dhabi yesterday during his ongoing official visit to the UAE. During the meeting, Zameer formally delivered a letter from President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu addressed to the President of the UAE Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Foreign Ministry said both ministers discussed ways to deepen the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. Zameer conveyed appreciation to the leadership and the government of the UAE for the generous support and close cooperation extended to the Maldives over the years. Click here to read... [11]

Indian helicopters resume transporting patients- Adhadhu

The two Indian military helicopters stationed in the Maldives have resumed carrying patients. Adhadhu learned that the helicopter stationed in Laamu Kadhdhoo transported a patient on September 5. The helicopter travelled from Kadhdhoo to Gaaf Alif Kooddoo and transported a patient from Kooddoo to Velana International Airport (VIA). Witnesses confirmed that the helicopter landed at the VIA. The humanitarian services provided by the two helicopters and a Dornier aircraft donated by India were suspended during the early days of the current administration. Click here to read... [12]

Pakistan

DG ISPR hints at Imran Khan’s military trial-The Express Tribune

Declaring that the army has no political agenda nor it supports or opposes any party, the chief military spokesperson on Thursday hinted at the possibility of former prime minister Imran Khan facing a trial under the Army Act in a case pertaining to former ISI chief Lt General (retd) Faiz Hameed. Click here to read... [13]

SC restores changes to NAB laws, accepts appeals against previous ruling-Dawn

The Supreme Court on Friday accepted a set of appeals against the court’s Sept 15 verdict, which struck down changes to the country’s anti-graft laws. Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa pronounced the verdict reserved by a five-member bench on June 6 after hearing intra-court appeals (ICAs) filed by the federal government and other parties. Click here to read... [14]

Sri Lanka

State owned enterprises should no longer be a burden to country - Sajith – Daily Mirror

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa said that state-owned enterprises (SOE) can no more be a burden to the country, economy, taxpayers and the people. Speaking at the event to mark the launch of his Blueprint 3.0 - Towards an advanced social market economy at a gala event on Wednesday, Mr. Premadasa said SOE reforms are integral to transformative economic policies that he hopes to implement. Click here to read... [15]

SLPP defectors form new alliance – Daily Mirror

A group of SLPP MPs together with several other parties today formed the Podujana Eksath Nidahas Peramuna (PENP) led by Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. Minister Ramesh Pathirana will be the General Secretary of the new alliance. The symbol of the party is the cup. Click here to read... [16]

Fake postal voting results on social media: EC urged to quash – Daily Mirror

People's Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL) urged the Election Commission to take steps to end the spread of fake postal voting results on social media. The request comes in the wake of doctored reports being spread on social media, claiming to predict the outcome of the upcoming Presidential election. Click here to read... [17]