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Myanmar is probably going to hold the elections in 2025. The junta government has indicated the possibility of the elections. This can be promising. Though many political parties have submitted their lists to participate in elections, major political parties including the National League for Democracy, which was in power when it was ousted through the

Increased defense spending is likely in Europe in the coming years. European countries have been —  increasingly — putting emphasis on the importance of increased defense spending and improving defense capacity for several years. Several European countries including Germany, Denmark and Estonia have in the meantime indicated an increase in defense spending in the coming years

In 2013, the Belt and Road Initiative — consisting of the Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st-Century Maritime Silk…

In peace resolutions, the political will plays a vital role. Strong political will definitely help create and implement effective peace strategies aiming to resolve conflicts, address grievances between/among the conflicting parties that lead to conflicts and reach the peaceful resolutions of conflicts many times. In conflicts in Asia, Africa and other regions, the leaders of

Changes come in a variety of ways. Legal reforms, policy changes and providing diverse opportunities lead to changes in society. Changes in economic, social and other terms can also come through many other means including the diversification of political agenda issues of the opposition political parties, which play crucial roles, in many countries. Diversifying agenda

The scope of upward mobility definitely needs to be there for everyone across the world. Upward mobility — a vital component of a fair and equitable society — empowers individuals to move to a higher status in society. It is crucial for all societies, including those societies where there are limited opportunities for progression, to

Direct cash incentives are definitely a powerful tool to motivate behaviors or actions. Many governments provide direct cash incentives that motivate individuals to take action or change behaviors, leading to positive social change in diverse terms. Direct cash incentives are given in many countries in Asia, Africa and other regions including — but not limited

Monetary donations are imperative for great causes across the world. Definitely, many government, private and non-government organizations and individuals donate money to great causes across the world. Billions of US dollars are donated to great causes across the world each year. But some countries including the United States and Myanmar donate money more than other

The sustainable development goals (SDGs), also known as global goals, have been rendered crucial global development efforts and helping to…

Economic globalization is important for economic development across the world. Economic globalization, which indicates cross-border flows of goods and services,…