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Nepal's Anti-Corruption Protests Cause $586 Million Economic Loss and Require $252 Million for Reconstruction
Dec 12, 2025 04:35 pm CST
Recent youth-led anti-corruption protests in Nepal resulted in $586 million in economic losses to the nation's $42 billion economy. The demonstrations, which forced Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's resignation, destroyed significant government infrastructure and will require over $252 million for reconstruction, while the interim government prepares for elections in 2026.
Devastating Indonesia Floods Cause Critical Food and Medical Shortages as Death Toll Nears 1,000
Dec 09, 2025 02:14 am CST
Indonesia is facing severe food and medical shortages following catastrophic floods that have killed 961 people across three provinces. Over one million people have been displaced as recovery efforts continue, with elephants being deployed to help clear debris. Officials estimate reconstruction costs could reach $3.1 billion as climate change intensifies monsoon impacts across Southeast Asia.