OpenGov Asia

China has outlined its science and technology priorities for the 15th Five-Year Plan period from 2026 to 2030, with a focus on strengthening basic research, advancing strategic technologies and accelerating the industrial application of research outcomes.

Vietnam has updated its industrial promotion framework to place greater emphasis on green production, sustainable consumption and digital transformation in rural industry. Under Decree No. 235/2025/NĐ-CP, issued on 27 August 2025, the government amended p

Singapore is strengthening the digital infrastructure, governance and assurance frameworks needed to support trusted, sustainable and responsible AI adoption across sectors and at scale, while strengthening resilience.

The Philippines is strengthening digital guidance, learner support and online safety measures as schools expand access to technology and digital learning while promoting responsible digital participation.

Queensland is supporting manufacturers with practical AI adoption to boost productivity, strengthen competitiveness and build workforce capability, including in regional manufacturing communities.

Vietnam is strengthening national research infrastructure, upgrading laboratories and promoting shared facilities to accelerate strategic technology development, innovation and commercialisation.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has announced five new initiatives during the Aadhaar Samvaad event in Kolkata, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen trusted digital identity systems and support public service delivery. Aadhaar rem

Malaysia is strengthening youth workforce readiness by improving graduate job matching, expanding AI skills development and addressing affordability pressures affecting economic mobility.

Auckland's City Rail Link (CRL) has recorded more than one million passenger trips within its first two weeks of operation, according to figures released by the New Zealand Government and Auckland Council. The data indicates significant changes in travel

Hong Kong's Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) will begin a month-long enforcement operation from 1 October 2026 to address illegal feeding of wild animals in country parks and other identified hotspots. The campaign will focus on f