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COVID-19
Malaysian King Holds Unusual Meetings With Political Leaders
By Eileen Ng
The king is to continue meeting other political leaders over the next few days before hosting a gathering of state rulers next Wednesday.
Indonesia Targets 1 Million Daily COVID-19 Vaccinations
By Sebastian Strangio
Southeast Asia's largest nation once again stands on the brink of a fresh wave of infections.
World Bank: Uncertainty in Post-COVID Recovery in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Although forecasts have improved slightly, the World Bank warns of considerable uncertainty when it comes to post-COVID recovery in the Europe and Central Asia region.
Vietnam Approves Chinese COVID-19 Vaccine, Reluctantly
By Sebastian Strangio
Struggling to contain an outbreak of COVID-19, Vietnam's communist government swallows its pride.
Thailand Begins Mass Vaccination Campaign Amid Reported Supply Shortages
By Sebastian Strangio
The country's health authorities are relying heavily on the local production of AstraZeneca vaccines.
Malaysia Aims to Speed Up COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign
By Alexandra Radu
With cases soaring, Malaysia hopes to quicken the pace of vaccinations and head off further deaths from the virus.
India to Provide Free Vaccines to All in Major Policy Shift
By Sheikh Saaliq
Under the earlier policy, the federal government gave free shots only to people above 45 years of age and front-line workers.
What We Can Learn From Australia’s Sikh Community
By Grant Wyeth
Australia’s Sikh community has been providing thousands of free meals a day to those whose incomes have been restricted by lockdown measures.
Taiwan Receives Vaccine Donation From Japan as Outbreak Continues
By Nick Aspinwall
Taiwan’s rush to vaccinate its population has led to political bickering over the potential use of domestically produced COVID-19 inoculations.
Spotlight on Sri Lanka’s Women-Headed Households Affected by COVID-19
By Lihini Ratwatte
A quarter of households in Sri Lanka are headed by women, yet there is no comprehensive national strategy to address their needs, particularly during times of crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Biden Announces International COVID-19 Vaccine Sharing Plan
By Zeke Miller
The U.S. plans to distribute 80 million doses around the world this month – with India and South Korea tapped as early recipients.
Will the Tokyo Olympics Go Ahead?
By Thisanka Siripala
Public opinion has hardened against the Tokyo Olympics as Japan struggles to curb the latest outbreak of COVID-19 in time for the tournament.