Attacks on peaceful protests threaten to stall Sri Lanka’s recovery
Diplomats from several countries including Canada and the United States condemned the attacks on democratic, non-violent protests.
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After the big election win, now comes the hard part for Philippines’ Marcos
Mr Marcos Jr is inheriting a massive national debt of more than 12 trillion pesos as he tries to deliver on his promises, especially his plans to improve public infrastructure.
Pakistan elections only after electoral reforms: Former president
The former president also said Pakistan needed to correct its policies and portray itself as a safe haven so the international community would consider it as a partner.
Cheating ‘hard to prove’, but we can ‘check’: Philippine election commission
Netizens raised claims of a supposedly consistent 47 percent ratio between votes for the top two presidential bets.
Imran’s mess would require 2-3 years to clean up: PML-N vice-president
She also said Imran's ouster was the need of the hour as Pakistan was "plunging into multiple crisis".
Hong Kong govt strongly refutes G7, EU statements on Chief Executive poll
Any allegation that the improved electoral system has weakened democracy in the governance of Hong Kong is misguided, the spokesman noted.
Cambodia’s National Assembly refutes EU resolution condemning human rights
In a statement released on May 9, the Assembly said the resolution that was passed was “misleading, biased, politicised, one-sided, and totally disrespectful of a sovereign…
Protests break out as Philippines election returns a Marcos to presidency
Though Marcos, 64, campaigned on a platform of unity, political analysts say his presidency is unlikely to foster that, despite the margin of victory.
SLPP goon attacks trigger massive wave of violence
The attacks on the anti-government protesters triggered a wave of violence across many parts of the country.
‘My gratitude can’t wait’: Marcos addresses nation after runaway lead in polls
While acknowledging that the vote count for the presidential race is not yet final, Marcos Jr. said his gratitude towards those who supported him “cannot wait.”