China cracks down on protesters calling for an end to harsh Covid-19 measures
Protests involving hundreds, even thousands, have erupted in cities including Urumqi, Shanghai, Chengdu, Guangzhou, Nanjing and Beijing since last Friday.
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Deciphering Imran Khan’s threat to quit assemblies
The threat to quit the assemblies is actually an attempt to “stay politically relevant”, experts say.
Zahid eyeing DPM post
A campaign of sorts has started in Umno to push Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi for the deputy prime minister post.
Who is Lt Gen Asim Munir, Pakistan’s new army chief?
Appointed by the Military Intelligence director general in early 2017, in October next year he became the Inter-Services Intelligence chief.
No celebrations, no convoys to mark Anwar’s swearing in as PM: DAP sec-gen
The DAP secretary-general also urged all parties to stay calm and respect the decision of the King and the Council of Malay Rulers.
GRS-Barisan pact in Sabah could be on shaky ground with unity govt at federal level
A question of whether Sabah Barisan will continue to lend its support to Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, from Perikatan Nasional, is on the lips of Sabah political circles.
Tharoor’s Malabar tour sends ripples in Kerala Congress
Despite criticism, many youth seem to be attracted towards the wave created by him in Congress politics in Kerala.
Jokowi appoints special envoy for poverty eradication, food security
Experts expect the post to lay the groundwork for strong collaboration between different government institutions that has been so far lacking.
Metropolitan govt to construct new subway line in Tokyo, eying launch in 2040s
The line is expected to allow passengers convenient connections to the Shinkansen and other regional rail networks.
GE15: Dr M says saddened by Pejuang’s heavy defeat, to focus on writing country’s history
The former prime minister, who contested in Langkawi, failed to defend the seat for the second term.