Facial recognition technology (FRT) uses software to detect and analyze distinctive facial features, then match them against digital image databases. In recent years, law enforcement agencies worldwide have increasingly adopted this technology to identify individuals, track persons of interest, and search for suspects by scanning feeds from public cameras or body-worn devices. The technology often relies on large datasets, which can include images drawn from public spaces, social media, and other sources.

ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, is a regional organization of ten Southeast Asian countries that promotes economic, political, security, and socio-cultural cooperation. Founded on August 8, 1967, in Bangkok, Thailand, by five original member states—Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand—ASEAN has since expanded to include Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam. The organization serves as a key platform for dialogue and integration, aiming for peace and stability in the region

The 'One China' Policy was recognized by the US in 1979, when it cut formal diplomatic ties with Taiwan and acknowledged China's position that there is only one Chinese government. However, it is distinct from the One China principle, whereby China insists Taiwan is an inalienable part of one China to be reunified one day. U.S. has unofficial ties with Taiwan, governed by the 1979 Taiwan Relations Act, which outlines the U.S. commitment to help Taiwan maintain its military defense.

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project is an infrastructure network connecting China to the Arabian Sea through Kashmir, which was first inaugurated in 2015. In March 2024, the project was faced with militant attacks targeting Chinese workers, investments, and sites of geostrategic significance. The attacks occurred amidst a surge in jihadist militant activity in the CPEC region of Pakistan bordering Afghanistan.

"Industrial Policy is defined as the strategic effort by the state to encourage economic transformation by specifically advantaging what it deems to be high-potential sectors.

Industrial Policy fell out of favor in the 1990s after the Washington Consensus, under which the International Monetary Fund (IMF) opposed tactics by states to control their own economic trajectory rather than letting market forces decide. Industrial Policy has seen a recent revival through policies like the US Inflation Reduction Act, the EU Chips Act, and Made in China Act 2025"

A reserve currency is a globally recognized currency held in large quantities by a central bank as part of its foreign exchange reserves. The USD is the largest and most widely used reserve currency, causing it to be known as the global reserve.

A single currency is a system where multiple countries (or regions) use the same official currency, instead of each having their own national money.

Fluidum is a fictional universe on Earth where each individual is awarded two bodies, one male and one female, where they can freely switch between at any time at will. For example, if someone is born male, a female body will also form concurrently and vice versa. The alternate body grows alongside the main, and everyone recognises both bodies and its identities as fundamentally the same person. Each body can only be inhabited by the person itself. At any given time, there will be one of the two body that won't be inhabited, i.e. the individual cannot split consciousness across both bodies. However, upon the person's 20th birthday, the uninhabited body will permanently disintegrate and end the ability forever for this person. For the purpose of this debate, assume Fluidum is a world where anyone can opt into and its special effects stated above only happens to anyone born within it.

Catdog is a Nickelodeon cartoon where it explores the titular character Catdog, a conjoined twin of a cat and a dog connected at their waist where their hands are the other's legs and they spent their entire lives together. Cat is a smart and disciplined individual where he aims to have a good and calm life. On the other hand, Dog is a spontaneous individual that is very reckless and often have his fun at the expense of his own safety and Cat's. A new medical technology has arrived from Winslowland that is able to part them and attach them their own legs to move independently from each other.

Modern chivalry refers to social behaviours and customs where men are expected to treat women with special courtesy. Examples include paying for meals, opening doors, pulling out chairs, or offering protection. While often framed as politeness or respect, these behaviours are usually directed at women because of their gender. Benevolent sexism describes attitudes that appear positive towards women, but are rooted in the assumption that women are weaker, or in need of male guidance and protection. Examples include the belief that men should shield women from danger, or that women are less competent in leadership or decision-making.

Choice feminism is a strand of feminism that argues any choice a woman makes—whether traditional (like being a housewife) or progressive (like pursuing a career)—should be seen as feminist, as long as it is her individual choice.

Miss International Queen is the world’s largest international beauty pageant for transgender women, held annually in Pattaya, Thailand since 2004. The competition aims to promote LGBTQ+ visibility, acceptance, and equality, while also providing a global platform for transgender women to showcase their beauty, talent, and advocacy. Contestants represent countries from around the world and are judged not only on appearance and performance but also on their ability to champion social causes, particularly those related to gender diversity and inclusion. The pageant is widely recognised as a significant cultural event for the transgender community and a symbol of progress in global LGBTQ+ rights.