Fleeing Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa lands in the Maldives
As president, Mr Rajapaksa enjoys immunity from arrest, and he is believed to have wanted to go abroad before stepping down to avoid the possibility of being detained.
NATIONAL AFFAIRS
Construction of nuclear reactors in Korea to resume in 2024
The plan is a follow-up on the Yoon government’s shift on nuclear power, reversing the declaration made by the previous Moon Jae-in administration to phase out the energy…
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka hunts for a new leader
Amid the ticking clock of the island's food and fuel shortages, various political parties are now scrambling to appoint their own presidential candidate.
‘Moms for Ganjar’ demonstrate the politics of housewives ahead of elections
Throughout history, housewives have played an indispensable role in Indonesian politics.
Parliament to elect new Sri Lanka president on July 20
According to the parliamentary speaker, Sri Lanka's parliament will reconvene on July 15.
Fleeing Rajapaksa’s cash handed to Sri Lankan police
The 73-year-old leader escaped through a back door under escort from naval personnel and was taken away by boat.
Sri Lankan PM calls for Cabinet meeting amid political turmoil
Sri Lanka is suffering its worst economic crisis since gaining independence, threatening to undo years of development.
Election won, Kishida sets sights on economic policies
Difficult tasks lie ahead for his administration, including coordination over fiscal resources needed to enhance the nation’s defense capabilities.
Ruling party gears up to expand footprints in south India
The BJP is hoping to improve its performance in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka and Kerala in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.
S. Korean First lady under fire again for taking acquaintance to NATO summit
The person, surnamed Shin, left for Spain five days earlier than the president and returned home with him, with costs covered by his office.