How to save our cities from going under Cities across Asia are developing at such an astounding rate , the pressure on water tables is causing many to slip into oblivion. 360info · May 14, 2023
Jakarta acts to stop being the next Atlantis Stopping Jakarta sinking cannot happen overnight, but the city is finally taking the action needed to stop groundwater extraction. 360info · May 14, 2023
If we’re smart about water, we can stop our cities sinking As more cities sink, rethinking how we use groundwater can ease pressure on precious aquifers. 360info · May 14, 2023
Two ways to fight land subsidence Artificial recharge and deep soil mixing are two techniques showing promise in rescuing sinking cities. 360info · May 14, 2023
Rising sea levels could swamp sinking Shanghai More than half the city will be under 1.2 metres of flood waters by the end of this century if action is not taken now. 360info · May 14, 2023
If your city is sinking, why not make it float? Floating cities are emerging as a possible solution for residents of many of the world's sinking megacities, if they can be built and operated sustainably. 360info · May 14, 2023
How Jakarta has dug itself into a hole Deep groundwater extraction wells are built by the business elites for commercial value. Better transparency will help manage them more sustainably. 360info · May 14, 2023
The lasting changes of Japan’s post-war economic reforms Japan’s industrial policy has been a blueprint for Asian nations, but many skip over the important context that made it all become a reality. 360info · May 10, 2023
'National champion' Adani beneficiary of favours India’s government appears to have favoured the Adani Group to grow more rapidly than older peers and avoid regulatory scrutiny on potentially serious concerns. 360info · May 8, 2023
Cosy business alliances holding Asia back For future economic growth, Asian economies need effective policy interventions to foster, not limit, competition and innovation. 360info · May 8, 2023
Korea's chaebol set to enter the twilight zone? Korea’s family-owned conglomerates have enjoyed their privileges for decades. That may be set to end. 360info · May 8, 2023
Connections that threaten Asian growth Many Asian economies may not realise their full potential unless they roll back the mutually beneficial links between business and politics. 360info · May 8, 2023
Asian innovation rests with scaling up An economist’s century-old idea might be the key driver in the next iteration of Asia’s economic innovation. 360info · May 8, 2023
How can Indonesian journalists be best protected from digital attacks? With digital attacks on journalists increasing, Indonesia's press council formed a task force in response. But could the country's laws be part of the problem? 360info · May 4, 2023
360info · May 3, 2023 Coronation of King Charles shines spotlight on monarchies Monarchies were once the most common forms of government. 360info looks at the role it plays in our modern democratic societies.
360info · May 3, 2023 What will become of the Commonwealth under Charles III? Republicanism was seen as a move against Queen Elizabeth II during her reign. Now the Commonwealth is at a crossroads.
360info · May 3, 2023 Are Australians, Canadians and New Zealanders still loyal to the British crown? Support for the monarchy across Australia, Canada and New Zealand varies widely, and reveals a lot about how citizens view themselves.
360info · May 3, 2023 The last sultanate of Indonesia The success of Yogyakarta's bid to be recognised as a UNESCO Historical City Centre would benefit Indonesia's last remaining sultanate.
360info · May 3, 2023 How Tonga strikes a balance between king and democracy The Pacific's last remaining monarchy has taken a unique approach to balancing executive powers between the king and the parliament.
360info · May 3, 2023 The king and aye: When monarchs influence the people Despite limited powers, constitutional monarchies can directly influence democratic nations, and Japan is no exception.
360info · May 3, 2023 Why Aussies will give King Charles a fair go As Charles is set to be crowned it's unclear if he's inherited the love felt for his mother or whether it's time for Australian republicans to stage a new push.
360info · May 1, 2023 The fight for press freedom is a fight for us all Newsrooms are still fighting to honour press freedom despite government pressure, competition with social media platforms and declining trust in the media.
360info · May 1, 2023 Anwar Ibrahim has been slow to protect press freedom Amid growing concerns over the state of press freedom and freedom of expression in Malaysia, the current administration is taking its time for reform.
360info · May 1, 2023 How to save Indonesia's independent media voices Journalism has to stop sustained attacks on alternative media outlets.
360info · May 1, 2023 The threats astroturfing has on the media's future Without relying on the media to put them in good light, politicians are finding ways to influence people through digital astroturfing.