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Asia news — September 16, 2026

Publications tagged with Asia published on September 16, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

10 publications

  1. U.S.Civil RightsAfricaAsia

    US Identifies Mexico and China as Major Drug Transit Countries

    The United States has identified Mexico and China as the main countries for drug trafficking. The US President, Donald Trump, issued the annual determination that includes these countries as major transit points for drugs or major producers of illicit drugs for the fiscal year 2027. This list aims to identify countries that need to take more action to combat drug trafficking.
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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsAsia

    Gradual Retirement: Will It Happen?

    The possibility of gradual retirement has been a hot topic among workers, particularly those insured between 2000 and 2008. Recent discussions in the Grand National Assembly and talks between the Retirement Justice Association and the Ministry of Labor and Social Security have renewed interest in this issue. However, the current retirement conditions remain based on the start date, number of premium days, and insurance status. The 2026 gradual retirement table provides some insights, but no definitive changes have been announced yet.
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  3. WorldAsiaEducation

    Philippines Seeks Funding for ARAL Program After PISA Gains

    Education Secretary Sonny Angara is seeking PHP 16.03 billion in supplementary funding for the Academic Recovery and Accessible Learning (ARAL) Program in the 2027 budget. This comes after the Philippines showed significant improvements in reading, mathematics, and science in the 2025 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA). The ARAL program aims to provide targeted support for struggling learners, boost grade-level reading readiness, and strengthen foundational learning. The Department of Education (DepEd) is also prioritizing learner welfare with a PHP 11.4 billion allocation for the School-Based Feeding Program.
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  5. WorldAsiaMiddle East

    Kazakhstan, South Korea Elevate Relations; Agree on Tech Cooperation, Industrial Partnership

    Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan and Lee Jae-myung of South Korea held a summit, elevating their countries' relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership. They agreed to strengthen cooperation in various fields, including advanced industries, digital technologies, and industrial modernization. Tokayev proposed the Central Asia-Korea Industrial and Technological Partnership, focusing on localization of production, technology transfer, and regional cooperation. The leaders also expressed gratitude for the return of Korean independence hero Hong Beom-do's remains.
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  7. WorldAsia

    Tuchel Regrets Not Eating Azteca Pitch Grass After England's Win Over Mexico

    Thomas Tuchel, manager of the England national football team, has expressed regret for not eating some grass from the Azteca Stadium pitch after his team's historic 3-2 victory over Mexico in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. The match, played in front of a passionate crowd, saw England secure a memorable win despite playing with ten men for most of the second half. Tuchel, who described the game as having 'everything you could wish for', revealed his unusual desire to keep a physical memento of the occasion in an interview with former England striker Daniel Sturridge. He also praised the unity and solidarity shown by his players, highlighting the moment when they rallied around injured captain Jordan Henderson as a testament to their bond.
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  8. SocietyPeaceProtestLeadershipAsia

    Orphaned Girls in Magdăcești to be Cared for by Older Sister

    Two girls, aged 7 and 15, have been left orphaned following a tragic crime in Magdăcești where their father shot their mother before taking his own life. The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection has announced that the girls will remain with their family and be cared for by their older sister. The minister, Natalia Plugaru, stated that this is the best solution when children are left without parents, and the family can also apply for social assistance depending on their income.
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  9. SocietyLocal GovCorruptionAsiaBudget

    Urgent: Trapped Workers Seek Rescue from 'Sanya Industrial Park'

    Workers at the 'Sanya Industrial Park' in the Asia-Pacific region, also known as 'Thitdi' in Myanmar, are seeking urgent help. Trapped for nearly three months, they report severe abuses including beatings, forced labor, and high 'compensation' fees to leave. A recent death and knife fight have escalated tensions. Managed by the Karen National Army (KNA), the park's original management, '669 Property Management', has left it essentially unmanaged. Most workers were brought in by force, deception, or trafficking.
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  10. WorldAsia

    WTO Warns of Economic Impact Without Trade Reform

    The World Trade Organization (WTO) has assessed the potential impact of a halt to its operations on the global economy. Experts believe this could lead to a 26.9% drop in global exports and a 6.9% decrease in world GDP. The WTO also warns that failure to modernize the global trading system could leave global GDP up to 10% lower. Strengthening the multilateral trade system could increase global GDP by 2.9% by 2050, while erosion of current rules could impose losses of up to 6.9%.
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