Sri Lanka’s economy will collapse if no new govt in 2 days: Central bank chief
He said political stability was vital to implement the reforms needed to address Sri Lanka's snowballing debt crisis and the acute shortage of foreign exchange to import…
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Shoot-on-sight orders in Sri Lanka after deadly violence
Protests continued on Tuesday (May 10) despite the curfew, with some people defying the shoot-on-sight order to torch buildings and vehicles.
South Korea President Yoon stresses freedom, growth as he begins 5-year term
He also called for the denuclearization of North Korea for peace on the Korean peninsula.
Sri Lanka prime minister resigns, curfew imposed after clashes
The prime minister’s departure came during a day of chaos and violence, with pro- and anti-government protesters clashing.
Marcos, Duterte head for landslide win
The votes for Marcos Jr. were equivalent to 57.14 percent of the total counted so far, not far from the results of the last preelection survey conducted by Pulse Asia.
Airfares surge as S’pore fully opens border, and pent-up travel demand spurs bookings
But higher prices have not deterred many travellers who have been stuck at home about two years amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
John Lee wins Hong Kong’s chief executive election
Lee, 64, is expected to assume office on July 1 after his appointment by the central government and will serve a five-year term.
Japan premier Kishida pledges to relax border controls by next month
Border easing would be welcomed by Japan's tourism industry, which has been urging for more overseas visitors.
Social media threatening press freedom: Nobel laureate Maria Ressa
The 58-year-old says social media first enabled split global narratives around Russia's annexation of Crimea back in 2014.
India’s coal troubles due to lack of coordination and planning: Experts
Some 33% of its 135 coal-powered plants reportedly have 10% or less of coal stock, with cities like New Delhi recently sounding the alarm bell.