‘Oops, sorry, wrong speech’: Jokowi jokes about politics in Singapore
Speaking at the Ecosperity Week in Singapore, President Jokowi began his speech by welcoming the audience, before posing a mock question about which presidential candidate would…
Missing Malaysian says she is safe and healthy but many doubt authenticity of videos
Netizens pointed out that the woman's uneasy expression as well as pauses when speaking seemed to indicate she was forced to record the videos.
Thousands lured by fake job offers; Interpol warns of imminent threat to public safety
In the warning, Interpol said criminal groups lure victims on social networks and recruitment sites with false promises of lucrative job opportunities.
Korean pride parade to take to Euljiro streets after Seoul Plaza refusal
The annual queer festival has been held at Seoul Plaza every year since 2015, except for 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prabowo meets Russian, Ukrainian envoys in wake of peace speech
At a defence summit in Singapore, Prabowo delivered his proposal for a multipoint plan, including a ceasefire and establishing a demilitarised zone by withdrawing 15 kilometres…
Japanese politicians brace for a snap election as speculation about lower house dissolution mounts
Meanwhile, the ruling and opposition parties are preparing for a clash on legislation to secure financial resources to increase defense spending, which the House of Councillors…
Jokowi’s ‘meddling’ grounds for impeachment, former deputy minister says in open letter
The statement is the latest to come from an ongoing debate sparked by Jokowi’s admission that he would not remain neutral in the search for his eventual successor.
Time to tighten up ‘noose of law around masterminds who rebelled against state’: Pakistan’s military brass
The army chief reiterated that the Pakistan Army would remain committed to the national obligations of safeguarding the “territorial integrity and sovereignty” of the country.
Federation of Korean Trade Unions to suspend participation in trilateral labour council
The decision, which could also affect talks over next year's minimum wage, came in protest of the government's use of force against one of its members, it said.
Electricity problem to improve in 10-15 days: Bangladesh PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said more electricity will be added to the national grid within the next 10-15 days, ending the ongoing power crisis.