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Barnama
3 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: July 7, 2025
Cambodia said it will fund the repatriation of 20 Khmer antiques from Thailand. The Thai government said it is unable to return the items due to financial constraints. Cambodia wants Thailand to proceed with the return of the artefacts as previously agreed. Cambodia announced it will host the 6th Francophonie Entrepreneur Meeting in 2026. About 1,000 delegates from the French-speaking countries will attend the business conclave where they are expected to discuss on challenges, strengthening the supply chain and bolstering trade connections. INDONESIA CLOSER TO FILLING AMBASSADOR POST IN US -- THE JAKARTA POST Indonesia has moved closer to filling the long-vacant ambassadorial seat in the United States after the government nominated former senior minister Indroyono Soesilo, who was screened by the House of Representatives on Saturday. SEAFDEC COLLABORATE TO REDUCE MICROPLASTIC POLLUTION IN THE SEA -- ANTARA The Indonesian Marine Affairs and Fisheries Ministry along with the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center/Inland Fishery Resources Development and Management Department (SEAFDEC/IFRDMD) are working together to improve the capacity of human resources to reduce microplastic pollution in the sea. LAOS 1. LAO BULLION BANK EXPANDS LOAN ISSUANCE -- VIENTIANE TIMES The Lao Bullion Bank has partnered with four commercial banks to provide loans secured by gold certificates issued by the bullion partner banks are the Joint Development Bank, Lao Development Bank, ST Bank, and the Agricultural Promotion Bank. FINANCIAL LIQUIDITY TO WOO INVESTORS -- VIENTIANE TIMES Banque pour le Commerce Extérieur Lao Public has appointed Lao-China Securities Public Company as its financial advisor to support capital expansion. This strategic collaboration is to build long-term financial stability and foster investor confidence. MYANMAR RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGENDA -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR The government urged all stakeholders to implement sustainable rural development projects that are in line with this year's 'World Rural Development Day: 'Harnessing Rural Strength to Transform Our World' theme. Almost 70 per cent of Myanmar's population resides in rural areas. 2. INJURED BABY ELEPHANT RECOVERING AT WINGABAW CAMP -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR One of the baby elephants injured at the Wingabaw elephant camp is recovering. The mother elephant accidentally hit one of its newly born twins with its leg which caused a spinal cord injury. Veterinarians managed to provide medical treatment and protect the calf. SINGAPORE SHOULD NOT ASK QUESTIONS TO 'CLOCK NUMBERS'; FOCUS SHOULD BE IMPROVING S'POREANS' LIVES: SEAH KIAN PENG -- THE STRAITS TIMES Singaporeans can expect more debate in the upcoming 15th Parliament, with today's uncertain world and the need for more policies to tackle the attendant challenges, and more MPs in the House. OR QUIT? HOW SOME GEN Z WORKERS IN SINGAPORE ARE MARCHING TO THE BEAT OF THEIR OWN DRUM -- CNA When Ms Kumar, 27, told her parents she planned to leave her first job, her mother was taken aback and questioned her lack of 'loyalty" to the company. THAILAND 1. PAETONGTARN, THAKSIN, AND SRETTHA TO PRESENT THAI SOFT POWER VISIONS AT 2025 FORUM -- THE NATION Paetongtarn, Thaksin, and Srettha to headline Splash – Soft Power Forum 2025 in Bangkok, sharing visions for tourism, sports, and Thai cultural identity. 2. BORDER ROW GOES TO UN BOSS -- BANGKOK POST The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it blames Cambodia for breaking its own promise to resolve border issues with Thailand through bilateral mechanisms agreed upon by both countries. VIETNAM PRESCRIPTIONS IN ALL HOSPITALS STARTING OCTOBER -- VIETNAM NEWS The Health Ministry issued a final directive to all hospitals nationwide to implement electronic prescriptions starting October 1. The circular mandates all hospitals and other healthcare facilities like clinics and private medical centres to fully adopt e-prescribing. WAGE DEMAND TO IMPROVE WORKERS' WELFARE -- VIETNAM NEWS The Vietnam labour organisation is urging the government to implement a 9.2 per cent increase in the minimum wage across all regions to enhance the economic conditions of workers. This new wage adjustment is anticipated to take effect on January 1, 2026. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
United News of India
3 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
NIRDPR marks world rural development day with global webinar on integrated development models
Hyderabad, July 6 (UNI) The National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR), Hyderabad, commemorated World Rural Development Day by hosting an international webinar on the theme 'Integrated Rural Development– International Experiences.' The event brought together global experts, practitioners, and policymakers to share innovative models and insights for inclusive and sustainable rural growth. The session opened with a keynote address by Dr P Chandra Shekara, Director General of the Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP), Dhaka. He presented a rich array of international case studies—from Indonesia, Bangladesh, and the Philippines to Vietnam, Iran, and Thailand—showcasing how digital tools and community-centric models are transforming rural economies. Highlights included the FarmNot climate-smart app in the Philippines, UNESCO's digital education initiatives in Myanmar, and the Echo platform collaboration with New Mexico University in the USA. Dr Partha Pratim Sahu, Head of the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development and Financial Inclusion at NIRDPR, stressed the strategic potential of rural India as an engine of national growth. He emphasiSed the importance of entrepreneurship, digital empowerment, and decentralized governance in reshaping the rural economy. Speaking on inclusion, Dr Ruchira Bhattacharya from NIRDPR (Delhi Branch) called for equity-focused policies to ensure that marginalized communities are central to rural development planning. In a special address, Dr G Narendra Kumar, Director General of NIRDPR, celebrated leading international innovations and underscored the importance of learning from global best practices. He highlighted transformative models like China's Township and Village Enterprises, the Rural Meta Cooperatives in the USA, UK, and Italy, Japan and Thailand's One Village One Product initiative, Repair Cafes in Europe, and the Smart Villages Project of Finland. He also lauded carbon farming and green credits initiatives from Australia and Kenya as models India can learn from. Dr Kumar affirmed NIRDPR's commitment to adopting and adapting global rural development strategies for India, recognising that integrated planning, digital inclusion, climate resilience, and skill development are key to building stronger rural communities. The webinar witnessed enthusiastic participation from rural development professionals, academicians, and policymakers from India and abroad, reinforcing NIRDPR's position as a hub for knowledge sharing and innovation in rural transformation. UNI VV ARN
Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
On First World Rural Development Day, discover how villages are driving India's growth story
In a symbolic development, the UN General Assembly has declared that from this year onwards, July 6 will be observed as World Rural Development Day, reaffirming its commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goals. In India, the past one and a half decades have witnessed a notable push in this direction, supported by policymakers, rural development enterprises, including NPOs, and change leaders working in partnership with local bodies. These joint efforts are now reflected in the country's economic indicators, as highlighted in the Economic Survey 2024–25, that the urban-rural divide is narrowing at a steady pace, with rural consumption gaining momentum - the gap in Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) has reduced to 70 per cent in 2023–24, down from 84 per cent in 2011–12. Observing World Rural Development Day also offers an opportunity to reflect upon the role of development organisations in India that are already aligned with the UN's objectives. Anirban Ghose, Managing Director, Transform Rural India (TRI) says, 'At Transform Rural India, we see this day as a celebration of the spirit that drives our villages forward. Rural communities are not passive recipients of change, they are its architects. Strengthening their agency and creating enabling systems of change around them is key to building a more equitable, balanced, and future-ready India.' Collective efforts to strengthen resilience, inclusivity, and balance in urban-rural dynamics are essential to a country's economic and social development. Anju Devi, a farmer and community member from Boda village of Ranchi, Jharkhand says, 'When we finally came together as a community and took charge of our own future, the growth we experienced was genuine and lasting. Real change only started to happen when we opened up to each other, shared our struggles, and joined hands to find solutions together. It was in those moments of unity that we truly began to move forward, side by side.' Transform Rural India will host the fifth edition of its flagship event, the India Rural Colloquy, from August 1-8 – a gathering across five states of the thought leaders and changemakers building India's rural renaissance, along with the launch of three major reports on youth, health and CSR impact.
News18
4 days ago
- General
- News18
World Rural Development Day 2025: History, Significance And Key Objectives
Last Updated: World Rural Development Day emphasises the importance of empowering rural communities through policies, infrastructure development, and access to resources. World Rural Development Day, observed annually on July 6, is a global celebration that highlights the pivotal role of rural areas in achieving sustainable development. This day tells the need to address challenges such as poverty, food insecurity, and inequality. It also emphasises the importance of empowering rural communities through policies, infrastructure development, and access to resources. By focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by rural populations worldwide, this day also serves as a powerful reminder of the need for collective action towards a sustainable future. World Rural Development Day: History The concept of World Rural Development Day has its roots in the growing recognition of rural areas as crucial to global development. Although not officially designated by the United Nations, this day has gained momentum through the efforts of various organisations, governments, and NGOs seeking to raise awareness about rural development. The idea took shape in the early 21st century, aligning with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those focused on poverty, hunger, and sustainable agriculture. Over time, it emerged as a key date for advocacy, with events and campaigns organised to highlight the significant contributions of rural communities to economic and social progress. World Rural Development Day highlights the urgent need to address these disparities and promote growth. By serving as a collaborative platform, this day enables governments, organisations, and communities to develop and implement policies that uplift rural populations. 5 Objectives of Rural Development Rural development aims to enhance the quality of life in rural areas through targeted interventions, focusing on the following five key objectives: First Published:
