President Duterte congratulates Filipino journalist Ressa on Nobel Prize win
The remarks came from Presidential spokesman who described it as a 'victory for a Filipina'.
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After the results was released, Lee said he would complete the “change and reform” demanded by the people.
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Critics say it will be difficult for her to bring back former party leaders.
Kishida stresses ‘dialogue,’ distinguishes self from Abe, Suga
The new PM vowed to reflect the needs of the people in public administration by instructing all his Cabinet ministers to hold dialogues with the public.
Government appeals Jakarta air pollution verdict against Jokowi
The ruling found the President and other top government officials guilty of negligence for failing to tackle Jakarta’s chronic air pollution.
Journalists Maria Ressa from Philippines and Russia’s Dmitry Muratov win Nobel Peace Prize
The two were given the award for their courageous fight for freedom of expression in the Philippines and Russia.
Indonesia’s new overhauled tax law rushed through Parliament
The passage of the bill has been described as one of the hastiest deliberations in the country's history.
Ismail Sabri to share insights on Malaysian Family concept
The PM first mentioned the concept in his inaugural speech on Aug 22 as he invited Malaysians to set aside their differences.
Long-term plans needed to protect Metro Manila’s most vulnerable from rising seas
The waters that sustain him and his community also pose an existential challenge in the years ahead.
Air pollution deaths in Jakarta ‘may double’ by 2030: study
The report ranks Jakarta among the top three of 61 cities observed worldwide for premature deaths related to such pollution.