Archive: Apr 2022



STORY OF THE DAY • Apr 18, 2022 • 9 min read

Energy Nuclear moves up the list of Vietnam’s power mix

By Govi Snell • Apr 18, 2022
A looming energy shortage and surging fuel prices have made nuclear power a more attractive option, although pricing and public concern remain obstacles

Apr 15, 2022 • 6 min read
Solar New Year

Southeast Asia’s Solar New Year shines again

The arrival of the three-day holiday brings the end to the regional harvest period, the start of the rainy season and a collection of Globe archive stories
By Brian P. D. Hannon • Apr 15, 2022

Apr 13, 2022 • 11 min read
Mekong River

A new leader addresses the ‘State of the Mekong’

The Mekong River Commission CEO discusses water diplomacy and his duty to ‘sound the alarm’ over the health and stewardship of the waterway
By Anton L. Delgado • Apr 13, 2022

Apr 12, 2022 • 8 min read
Workers' rights

Malaysia wage movement gathers momentum

Fueled by the pandemic, workers from young lawyers to hospital cleaners have sought greater employment rights and pay increases
By Ashley Yeong • Apr 12, 2022

Apr 09, 2022 • 2 min read
Editorial

Youth engagement with news, deadly commutes, political disinformation

Digital-native ASEAN youth say social media makes them more politically active about the war in Ukraine. Cambodia's garment workers face risky commutes leading to numerous deaths. Filipinos prepare to vote in an upcoming presidential election as online disinformation abounds
By Jack Brook • Apr 09, 2022