South Korea – Doctor’s Strike

Nearly half of South Koreas’s 70,000 doctors are expected to take part in a nationwide walkout on March 10 to protest several proposed contentious medical policies. The action will probably result in non-emergency cases being turned away from many medical facilities, though emergency cases might still be accepted. As a …

United Arab Emirates – Heavy Fog Delays Travel

Heavy fog is forecast across the UAE approximately through March 9, particularly in coastal areas. Increased numbers of traffic accidents are likely. Expect gridlock due to fog and accidents, especially along the Sheikh Zayed Road between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Flight delays and even airport closures are possible, particularly at …

Thailand – Anti-Government Protests Continue

Anti-government demonstrators have consolidated their camps to one site within Lumphini Park in Pathum Wan, Bangkok, but continue to launch near-daily marches from that venue. The main target of the protests is government buildings and businesses owned by caretaker Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra’s family. However, anti-government supporters have also staged …