More than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, Central Asian countries are undergoing one of the most important identity transformations in modern Eurasia as governments and societies attempt to redefine national culture, language, history, religion, and geopolitical orientation beyond the Soviet legacy.

The rise of synthetic drugs and digital trafficking methods is forcing a shift in global anti-narcotics strategies.

A UN Development Program report released Thursday reveals that more than one billion people worldwide are living in acute poverty, with children making up over half of those affected.

According to a report released by the United Nations on Monday, powerful criminal networks in Southeast Asia are extensively utilizing the messaging app Telegram, leading to a significant shift in how organized crime conducts large-scale illicit activities.