India’s opposition parties unite behind Rahul Gandhi
Analysts believe it remains a tough road ahead for opposition unity, amid fears that Congress might eat into their support base, coupled with questions about Gandhi’s ability to…
Philippines ‘essentially disengaging’ from ICC after ‘failed’ appeal to defer ‘drug war’ probe: Marcos
He reiterated that the government will not cooperate with the probe, citing “very serious questions” on the court’s jurisdiction.
Thai CEOs name Srettha as top choice for next prime minister
Srettha, 60, is expected to be nominated as a PM candidate by the Pheu Thai Party next week. He is currently chief adviser to former PM Thaksin Shinawatra’s youngest daughter,…
Japan PM Kishida yet to fathom disconnect with younger generations
Both of Kishida’s predecessors enjoyed high popularity among young people, giving rise to the question: Where is Kishida coming up short?
Iftar ban for public servants in Indonesia sparks backlash
It remains unclear why the government believes that banning officials from holding iftar gatherings while allowing the public to do so would be effective in preventing the spread…
Thai election: Thanathorn’s indirect shot at Pheu Thai ‘puzzles’ Thaksin
Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra blew his top over comments Move Forward Party’s patriarch Thanathorn made against his Pheu Thai Party.
Abhisit to join Democrat Party’s election campaign: Jurin
Seen as a man of principle, Abhisit quit his House seat because he could not force himself to vote for Prayut as the prime minister.
Jokowi, Megawati discuss politics in three-hour meeting
"The meeting between the two leaders was to discuss a number of problems currently plaguing the nation", PDI-P secretary-general said.
Indonesian political parties struggle to engage young voters
More than 18 percent respondents are of the belief that democracy does not change anything, a view up from 10 percent in 2018.
Malaysia’s opposition raises spectre of another government collapse
Perikatan Nasional raised the spectre of another government collapse after several of its leaders were arrested and charged with alleged graft.