Bali faces a severe waste crisis, worsened by tourism and landfill closures. Residents struggle with uncollected trash. Experts urge the sector to implement source reduction, improve sorting, and adopt circular economy models immediately.

China is using Taiwan’s Kinmen island as a testing ground for reunification, employing a dual-track strategy of economic incentives and maritime pressure. While Kinmen residents seek closer ties for prosperity, Taipei remains wary of Beijing’s efforts to erode its sovereignty and autonomy.