Asia-Pacific News Roundup
Indonesia
Human Skeletons Found in Abandoned Car at East Java Police Dormitory
The discovery of two human skeletons inside a long-abandoned car at a police dormitory in Gresik, East Java, has sparked an extensive investigation.
Food Waste Largest Component of Landfills, Minister Says
Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has emphasized that food waste remains the largest type of waste generated in Indonesia, with the majority of it ending up in final disposal sites (TPA).
Singapore
Four Major Supermarket Operators to Introduce Unit Pricing for Common Grocery Items
Unit pricing for common grocery items will be introduced at selected outlets across four major supermarket operators later in 2025.
Turning ‘Likes’ into Votes – How Social Media and Podcasts Will Shape the GE2025 Campaign
For Mrs Iris Than, the best way to get to know Singapore’s politicians is not by talking to them at Meet-The-People Sessions or during walkabouts, but rather by watching their videos and reading the comment sections on Instagram and TikTok.
Thailand
Contractor to Compensate Victims Following Fatal Rama II Bridge Collapse
A construction contractor has pledged to provide compensation of at least one million baht per victim following today’s collapse of an elevated bridge beam on Rama II Road, a major thoroughfare in Bangkok, which resulted in five fatalities and 30 injuries.
SRT and RTRDA Agree to Team up to Boost Rail Transport Innovation
The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) and the Rail Technology Research and Development Agency (RTRDA) will join hands to support the development of rail transport innovations, helping to boost the competitiveness of the country’s rail industry and lessen its reliance on imported technology.
Conclusion
The Asia-Pacific region has been making headlines with various news stories, from the discovery of human skeletons in Indonesia to the introduction of unit pricing for grocery items in Singapore. In Thailand, a construction contractor has pledged to compensate victims following a fatal bridge collapse. These stories highlight the diverse range of issues affecting the region, from environmental concerns to economic developments.
FAQs
- What is the significance of the discovery of human skeletons in Indonesia?
The discovery of human skeletons in an abandoned car at a police dormitory in East Java, Indonesia, has sparked an extensive investigation. - What is the main type of waste generated in Indonesia?
According to Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, food waste remains the largest type of waste generated in Indonesia, with the majority of it ending up in final disposal sites (TPA). - How will unit pricing for common grocery items work in Singapore?
Unit pricing for common grocery items will be introduced at selected outlets across four major supermarket operators later in 2025, making it easier for consumers to compare prices and make informed purchasing decisions.