South Korean politics faces ‘super week’ of landmark rulings
Court’s impeachment verdict on Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on Monday, March 24, may serve as a bellwether for suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol's fate, observers say.
State Palace says it has ‘no information’ on Philippine ex-President Duterte seeking China asylum
According to reports on Thursday, Mr. Duterte allegedly sought — and was denied — asylum in China before he was arrested on March 11 under a warrant issued by the…
Fatigue, tension mount as suspended South Korean President Yoon’s impeachment case drags on
As of Thursday afternoon, the court is yet to announce Mr. Yoon's verdict date, more than three weeks since the court’s eight justices began closed-door deliberations on the…
ICC confirms appointment of British-Israeli lawyer Nicholas Kaufman as Duterte lead counsel
According to the ICC, the Registry received Mr. Duterte’s signed letter nominating Mr. Kaufman as his lead defense counsel on March 14.
What’s behind the delay in suspended South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s verdict?
Experts say the delay in court's decision suggests disagreement among justices. A majority opinion of at least six of eight justices is required to uphold an impeachment.
AI seen to advance digital governance, industry, ethics in Laos
The Ministry of Technology and Communications is spearheading efforts to integrate AI into government operations and private sector industries, with a focus on key areas such as…
Bangladesh Election Commission opposes key reform proposals
Among the proposals objected were those on the delimitation of constituencies, the timing of local government polls and the national election, and investigations against election…
Gift certificate scandal fuels public distrust of Ishiba cabinet; support for Japan PM ‘crumbling’
The plunge in approval rating has sent shock waves through the government and ruling parties, while the opposition parties are stepping up their offensive.
South Korean ruling party says will respect President’s Yoon Suk Yeol impeachment verdict
Protests intensify on both sides as the court is likely to hand down its verdict on suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment this week.
Philippine ex-President Duterte to face ICC pre-trial in The Hague on Friday, March 14
Mr. Duterte, 79, is accused of crimes against humanity, particularly murder, over his anti-drug campaign, which rights groups claim led to tens of thousands of deaths.