Stories about Economics & Business from April, 2024
A Hong Kong Facebook group on shop closure strives to survive allegations of inciting discontent
Several pro-establishment commentators and outlets claimed that the page had been hijacked by the “yellow clan” (pro-democracy) and a newspaper columnist warned that it might “incite” discontent against the government
‘Lobster gate’ in Turkey sparks conversation about economic inequality
Amid a deepening cost of living crisis in Turkey, the ruling party MP, Şebnem Bursalı found herself at the heart of public criticism when she posted a photo of a lobster.
Fisherwomen champion gender justice through theatre at Climate Justice Camp Caribbean
By promoting gender-responsive policies, challenging harmful stereotypes, and empowering women as agents of change, we can advance both climate and gender justice, creating more equitable and resilient communities for everyone.
Controversy in Hong Kong involving a Dubai prince-turned-pop star, highlights due diligence missteps
Some critics see the Dubai Prince incident as a reflection of the city’s desperation to maintain its financial hub status.
Rising public frustration in Thailand over Chiang Mai’s air pollution crisis
"Basic precautions such as warnings, distribution of protective equipment to the public, and efficient operations against forest fires have not been adequately implemented."
Azerbaijan's FOMO moment
As it turned out, the meeting was indeed focused on Armenia and had nothing to do with Azerbaijan unlike claims leveled by the government of Azerbaijan ahead of the meeting.
Balancing Indigenous rights and nature conservation in Nepal
The publication of Nepal's policy on “Construction of Physical Infrastructure Inside Protected Areas” has ignited a lot of controversy for its potential to displace Indigenous communities from their ancestral lands.
Opposition gains major victories in Turkey's local elections
Many of the provinces previously led by the conservative AKP produced victories for the opposition party candidates.
