With about 2 weeks left, South Korean voters use YouTube to ‘feel out’ candidates
In what appears to be South Korea’s most YouTube-driven presidential race, authenticity may matter more than agenda.
Japan poll reveals discontent over US tariffs, rice prices; nearly half favour opposition-led government
The 31% support rate for Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s cabinet appears to reflect the public’s low expectations regarding this administration’s negotiations over U.S.…
Taiwan President Lai’s approval ratings dip ahead of 1st anniversary in office amid uncertain US ties
Analysts say that while Mr Lai has not lost his core supporters entirely, the numbers suggest he is facing high levels of dissatisfaction among more moderate Taiwanese.
Japan Fair Trade Commission releases draft guidelines for new law regulating tech giants
The guidelines also consider the safety and security of smartphone users, and provide examples of cases that do not constitute a violation, such as when the purpose is to ensure…
South Korea’s 3-way presidential race heats up with economic pitches to moderates
Rallies held in the country’s southeastern region by the presidential candidates came as major cities in the area, including Busan, struggle with industrial decline and an…
‘Work from Hague’? Detained ex-Filipino leader Rodrigo Duterte wins mayor’s race, but can he govern?
One thing is clear for now: Vice-mayor-elect Sebastian Duterte will serve as acting mayor in his father’s absence, under provisions of the local government code.
Red-tagging, illegal campaigning: Persistent pests in the Philippines’ 2025 midterm elections
According to data from Vote Report PH, a total of 1,750 reports of campaign violations were filed nationwide as of May 10, 2025, the last official day of campaigning.
Philippines accedes to Hague Evidence Convention
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. signed the instrument of accession to the Convention, which, he said, would “streamline evidence collection techniques, reduce party…
Pakistan’s May 9 riots: Supreme Court rules civilians can be tried in military courts
The PTI — whose supporters and activists are among those handed the sentences by military courts — and lawyers strongly criticised the verdict and expressed their concerns…
Myanmar junta calls new ceasefire after quake
The announcement comes days after the expiry of a previous humanitarian ceasefire it was accused of violating with a continued campaign of air strikes.