Hong Kong security chief urges vigilance over ‘soft resistance’ means
He added that law enforcers will step up collection and analysis of intelligence in order to prevent, suppress and impose punishment for acts and activities endangering national…
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Nearly P43 billion released for over 8.5 million senior citizens’ health insurance
“Our elderly will always remain vital members of our society, who have spent their productive years contributing to their communities", the authorities noted.
Myanmar junta says village air strike targeted insurgents
Referring to accusations of civilian casualties, a junta spokesman said “some people who were forced to support (the insurgents) probably died as well”.
Indonesia delays implementation of sugary drinks excise despite public health concerns
The Finance Ministry had been entertaining since 2009 the idea of taxing sugary drinks to diversify revenue sources but progress had been slow, mainly due to resistance from…
ICC prosecutor Khan rejects Philippine government’s plea to halt drug war probe
Instead, the prosecutor has recommended that the ICC Appeals Chamber affirm the Pre-Trial Chamber’s authorization to continue the investigation in the Philippines.
International outrage as Myanmar confirms deadly air strike
UN rights chief Volker Turk said he was "horrified" by the deadly air strike, whose victims he said included schoolchildren performing dances.
Quest for Najib’s pardon and court move by Zahid raise questions about PM Anwar’s leadership
Amid tensions raised by the request for Najib’s pardon, a senior member of the Pakatan Harapan coalition has made clear that it is Umno making the amnesty appeal.
“Seize my house 50 times, I will continue to raise issues of public”: Rahul Gandhi
He further alleged that he was not asked to speak in parliament, and accused the BJP leaders of “lying” about him.
Jakarta court overturns order to delay 2024 elections
Deciding chief judge Sugeng Riyono said the Central Jakarta district court in its ruling last month had no authority or competence to deliberate on the matter.
Air strike in rebel-held region of Myanmar kills at least 100 in Sagaing village
At least 30 children were among the dead in the attack in the Sagaing region, said an emergency worker at the scene.