Thai government faces leadership vacuum as court suspends PM Paetongtarn
The ruling has sparked debate over the political trajectory ahead—whether the process will be swift or drawn out depends on whether the court calls for further witnesses or…
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Dalai Lama says only his organisation can name his successor; Beijing pushes back
Many observers widely expect China to name its rival successor to the Dalai Lama post, as a Beijing-backed leader would help legitimise its rule in Tibet, which has long resisted…
Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina gets six months in jail for contempt of court
The sentence will take effect once the convicts surrender before the court or are arrested by law enforcers.
Constitutional Court suspends Thai PM Paetongtarn because of leaked audio clip
The judges voted 7-2 to suspend Ms. Paetongtarn from her duties as prime minister pending their ruling, but she could still function as culture minister in her new Cabinet.
Inbound tourism fuels land price surge across Japan
According to an announcement by the National Tax Agency on Tuesday, land prices rose year-on-year in 35 prefectures, and the national average increased for the fourth consecutive…
Cash subsidies coming this month: South Korea’s ruling party
Following budget committee discussions, a final vote is expected during the plenary session scheduled for Friday.
Loansharks in Malaysia hold ‘funerals’ for debtors
They hold mock wakes in new intimidation tactic for defaulters and post their actions on social media, reveals an official.
ICT case against Bangladesh ex-PM Hasina: Charge framing hearing begins
Chief Prosecutor Tajul Islam appealed for framing charges against Ms. Hasina and two others for their alleged involvement in crimes including murder, attempted murder, torture,…
Vietnam approves dual citizenship law to attract skilled foreign workers
The amended nationality law permits both Vietnamese citizens living abroad and foreigners to hold dual citizenship.
Indian lawmakers to review aviation safety weeks after Air India crash
The gathering comes after the June 12 Air India disaster that killed 260 people, including 241 on board, when a Boeing BA.N 787-8 jet crashed within a minute of take-off from…