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Militarism, top-down policy muddle Indonesian President Prabowo’s first year: think tank

Growing military involvement in civilian affairs, including President Prabowo’s flagship programs, may put civilians, especially those in vulnerable communities, at risk,…

  • Published: October 24, 20258:20 am
  • Author Gembong Hanung
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Japan PM Takaichi leans conservative with key young appointments, limits women to 2 cabinet positions

PM Takaichi focused on maintaining harmony among factions within the Liberal Democratic Party. As a result, her ability to add her personal touch to the appointments was…

  • Published: October 23, 20258:30 am
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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Injured Gen Z protest victims in Nepal call for justice

Survivors of the September demonstrations continue to battle severe injuries while calling for the arrest of those responsible and government action to ensure accountability.

  • Published: October 23, 20258:24 am
  • Author Samarpan Shree
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Indonesia President Prabowo’s first year shows steep human rights decline

While the President has touted short-term economic achievements, Amnesty said the administration has caused a “massive erosion of human rights” through populist policies that…

  • Published: October 22, 20258:55 am
  • Author Radhiyya Indra
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Sanae Takaichi named Japan’s first female PM in lower house

Out of a total of 465 votes cast, president Takaichi received 237, which exceeded the majority threshold. If formally elected as prime minister, she will immediately form her…

  • Published: October 21, 20259:01 am
  • Author The Japan News
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Sanae Takaichi likely to become Japan’s 1st female prime minister as LDP, JIP agree to form coalition

In the two parties’ coalition, the JIP will provide “out-of-cabinet cooperation,” as the junior coalition partner does not intend for its lawmakers to join the cabinet.

  • Published: October 21, 20258:30 am
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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Japan to strengthen cultural diplomacy with emerging nations by sending experts in Japanese music, language abroad

The Foreign Ministry aims to increase fans of Japanese culture, considering China’s growing influence through enhancing its cultural diplomacy.

  • Published: October 17, 20258:25 am
  • Author The Yomiuri Shimbun
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Post-Gen Z uprising, finding residences for Nepal’s politicians, top officials is a challenge

Landlords have become increasingly reluctant to rent their buildings to political leaders and influential individuals.

  • Published: October 16, 20258:10 am
  • Author Purushottam Poudel
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Trust ratings of Philippine President Marcos, VP Duterte drop in survey after anti-corruption rallies

An analyst said the numbers reflect a “maturing” electorate, and serve as a reminder that how the government delivers results matters.

  • Published: October 15, 20258:29 am
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South Korean Unification Ministry reshuffle aims at reviving dialogue, economic cooperation with North Korea

The plan includes reinstating the ministry’s Office for Inter-Korean Dialogue two years after it was abolished and creating a new office dedicated to promoting inter-Korean…

  • Published: October 15, 20258:15 am
  • Author Ji Da-gyum

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