Golden Connections – Asian Scientist Magazine

Manchester United, in collaboration with sponsor Apollo Tyres, brought six young football players from India, Nepal, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates to Old Trafford as part of the 'United We Play' initiative to support talent from underrepresented communities. The programme, overseen by former players Louis Saha and Gary Neville, aims to provide opportunities for young players to develop their skills and realize their potential. Republic of Ireland assistant coach John O'Shea commended the initiative,...

Neel Chhaya, managing partner and regional client director at DDB Group Asia in Singapore, is known for his kind and positive leadership style, as well as his strategic acumen and empathy. With 16 years of experience in global agencies, he has driven significant business growth, secured high-profile clients like Audi and McDonald's, and implemented operational improvements. Chhaya's focus on inclusion and employee wellbeing has led to initiatives like the DDB Transforms programme and the DDB...

In the two years since Malaysia's Pakatan Harapan took power, the country has become Southeast Asia's leading economy, surprising political analysts who predicted failure due to the inclusion of the corrupt UMNO in the ruling coalition. Despite concerns over curtailed freedoms and corruption, Anwar Ibrahim is expected to remain in power until at least 2027, leading a stable government amidst economic success and growing foreign investments, particularly in the IT sector with plans to attract...

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Australia and Nauru signed a security treaty to increase Australia's influence in the region amidst concerns about China, with Nauru receiving economic assistance in return. However, questions remain regarding Australia's historical relationship with Nauru, potential constraints on democracy, and enforcement of economic policies outlined in the treaty. The agreement also grants Australia veto power over Nauru's security arrangements with other countries, particularly China, solidifying Australia's strategic interests in the region. Full Article

North Korea is introducing drone training in its civil defense military drills for the first time, although the lack of available drones means the training will be theoretical. Supreme leader Kim Jong Un has expressed interest in mass-producing "suicide" drones that explode when flown into targets, with training now being extended to thousands of ordinary citizens in the civil defense forces. While North Korea is looking to improve its drone production capacity, the actual distribution...