Asia’s race to stock up on Covid pill could see a repeat of vaccine grab
Molnupiravir is being heralded as a potential pandemic game changer, especially for those unable to get vaccinated
Early cold snap grips South Korea
Seoul records 1st ice of year with the lowest temperature for mid-October since 1957
No welcome for Myanmar’s junta
For the first time since its establishment on Aug. 8, 1967, Asean has taken a punitive measure against a recalcitrant member.
Climate anxiety and the rights of future generations
At least 60 percent of people have said that they were "very worried" or "extremely worried" about climate change.
What explains Marcos Jr.’s popularity?
In the most recent Pulse Asia Survey, Marcos Jr. garnered 15 percent of the votes, second to Sara Duterte’s 20 percent.
Rebuilding a Malaysia that Malaysians deserve
Will the pandemic make us stronger? There's an opportunity to ensure the crisis does not go to waste.
Democracy is a key tenet, says President Xi
A country should be run by its people and democracy is not an ornament used for decoration
Is Jokowi sidelining democracy
An article in the well-known Journal of Democracy says President Jokowi has prioritised economic development at the cost of democracy
Malaysia wins UN human rights council seat
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob says Kuala Lumpur is ready to play an active role
Ruling and opposition parties begin preparations for election
The Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito are aiming to build on public expectations following the inauguration of the Cabinet led by Prime Minister Fumio Kishida