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In recent years, South Asia has experienced notable shifts in female labour force participation (FLFP), with significant variations across countries. India, for instance, has seen a remarkable increase in women’s workforce participation, rising from 22% to 40.3% over six years. This growth has been driven by policies promoting diversity and inclusion, alongside economic developments that

  –Jehan Perera With little over a month before presidential elections are due, the speculations about elections not being held have come to a halt which is a testament to the democratic spirit in the country. The election commission has invited Commonwealth and EU election monitors to observe the elections. Political parties and parliamentarians alike

The Asian NGO Network on National Human Rights Institutions (ANNI) has unveiled its much-anticipated ANNI Report 2023, shedding light on the performance of National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) across Asia. This launch marks a significant moment, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the Paris Principles, providing an opportunity for reflection on NHRIs’