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Finance Secretary: Hong Kong mustn’t lose faith in its youth
HONG KONG: Hong Kong must not give up on its youth and should invest in future generations, Finance Secretary Paul Chan said at a forum Saturday (Jan 18) , Radio Television Hong Kong reported. The city faces declining income and a growing deficit as it tries to deal with ongoing social issues, Chan said.
Move to curb child marriage
PUTRAJAYA: The government has outlined seven objectives, 17 strategies and 58 programmes and actions to address issues of child marriage through a five-year strategic plan.
Esports is preferred career among Chinese youth, survey finds
SHANGHAI (China Daily/ANN): Esports is the preferred career choice for those born between 2000 and 2010, according to a recent survey released in Shanghai.
Robert Abela sworn in as Malta's new prime minister
VALLETTA (Reuters) - Lawyer Robert Abela, 42, was sworn in as Malta’s prime minister on Monday, succeeding Joseph Muscat who resigned over his handling of investigations into the murder of anti-corruption journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Political newcomer to become Malta's prime minister
VALLETTA (Reuters) - Political newcomer Robert Abela was set to become Malta's new prime minister having been elected leader of the ruling Labour Party following a vote on Saturday.
Wan Azizah praises local animated film industry
PETALING JAYA: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail has praised the local animated film industry for its quality work that she says is comparable to that in other countries.
Myanmar's Suu Kyi says supporters a 'source of strength' during genocide hearings
YANGON AND DHAKA (Reuters) - Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi on Wednesday thanked supporters who staged large rallies on her behalf as she defended the country against genocide charges at The Hague, speaking to the nation for the first time since she returned on Sunday.
HK govt officials to go live online to connect with the public
HONG KONG: Senior officials of the Hong Kong Special Administration Region government will hold live sessions on social media platforms to explain policies of their departments as part of efforts to connect with the public.
Rape of disabled girl shows need for greater sex education in schools, says NGO
PETALING JAYA: Protect and Save The Children (PS The Children) has urged for comprehensive sexuality education in all schools in light of a case where three teenagers had allegedly raped a disabled girl.
Zuraida: Azmin to lead nationwide tour on govt policies
PETALING JAYA: PKR deputy president Datuk Seri Azmin Ali is set to lead a nationwide tour to explain to the party grassroots the policies of the government in an effort to redeem the party’s image, says PKR vice-president Zuraida Kamaruddin.