ASEAN resumes push for code of conduct
At the conclusion of the 48th ASEAN Leaders’ Meeting and Related Summits in Cebu on Friday, the bloc called for the “full and effective implementation” of the Declaration on…
India state election results deepen BJP dominance, boosting PM Modi’s mandate
With this feat, the BJP now rules – or is part of ruling coalitions – in 22 of India’s 28 states and eight federally administered union territories.
ASEAN Summit in Philippines: 10 heads of state confirmed, Myanmar to send envoy
The 2026 edition of the summit comes at a time when the world is facing significant oil and supply chain disruptions due to the war in the Middle East.
Brunei Sultan to attend 48th ASEAN Summit in Philippines
The summit is expected to advance discussions across the three pillars of the ASEAN Community, focusing on strategic priorities including peace and security, economic growth and…
Indians vote for change in key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has kicked the door open to power in West Bengal, an eastern state it has never governed.
Philippine VP Sara Duterte impeachment raps to go to House floor on May 4: lawmaker
The 39-member justice committee last week found probable cause on the complaints seeking VP Duterte’s ouster, drawing up a case built on allegations of corruption and…
Chinese FM tells Myanmar leader Beijing will back its security, sovereignty
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi said Beijing will “firmly support” Myanmar in safeguarding its national sovereignty and security, in a meeting with junta…
Nepal Home Minister Gurung resigns amid scrutiny over financial conduct
He says he resigned to ensure impartial investigations into matters related to him and to avoid any conflict of interest while in office.
South Korean military eyes AI-powered platform to integrate satellite, geospatial data
The envisioned system would support the full operational cycle — from intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance to target identification, situational awareness and battle…
No more motorcycles for Indonesia’s free meals program, says finance minister
Purbaya says no new procurement will proceed, despite earlier approvals that saw more than 21,000 units already purchased.