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…
NATIONAL AFFAIRS
No requirement in Pakistan programme that interferes with polls: IMF
The International Monetary Fund said decisions regarding the constitutionality, among others, “rest solely with Pakistan’s institutions”.
Sri Lanka will have best anti-corruption law in South Asia soon: President
President Ranil Wickremesinghe said necessary steps will be taken to pass the best anti-Corruption Act in South Asia.
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.
Thai election: Abhisit says no to Democrat election offer over fear of splitting party
The ex-Democrat leader, however, confirmed he would campaign for the Democrats.
Jokowi plays kingmaker as Megawati weighs Ganjar-Prabowo ticket
The President has been seeking to influence the hunt for his successor to ensure that his legacy continues when his second and final term ends.
Jurin on quest for electoral victory despite Democrat Party facing difficult times
Jurin Laksanawisit declared he will fight for the country’s top job despite facing difficulties as leader of Thailand’s oldest but disintegrating 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.
Poll delay debate in Indonesia revived after elite spat
Presidential contender Anies Baswedan's remark that a senior Cabinet member had tried to amend the Constitution to delay the 2024 election has reignited the controversy all over…