Thai PM Paetongtarn’s government named ‘pampered by dad’ in annual tradition
Paetongtarn’s administration has been nicknamed “government pampered by Dad”, a reference to her father, former PM Thaksin Shinawatra. Reporters noted Thaksin’s adoration…
‘Trying civilians in military courts lacks transparency,’ UK says after May 9 convictions
Twenty-five PTI activists were sentenced to rigorous imprisonment ranging from two to 10 years by a military court for their involvement in the May 9 riots, the military’s media…
India receives ‘note verbale’ from Bangladesh regarding an extradition request for Sheikh Hasina
It is to be noted that under the provisions of the India-Bangladesh extradition treaty, extradition may be refused if the offence is one of a "political character".
South Korean Court pushes ahead with hearing despite President Yoon’s repeated refusal
President Yoon prioritises defending himself in Constitutional Court over investigations, confidant says. The court, which must deliver a final decision on Yoon’s impeachment…
Driver in China’s Hunan car ramming handed suspended death sentence
In November, Huang Wen, repeatedly rammed his car into a crowd outside a primary school in Hunan province, state broadcaster CCTV said. When the vehicle malfunctioned and stopped,…
50 Chinese companies on world’s most influential brands list
Factors such as trustworthiness, ability to meet consumer needs, and trendiness are becoming crucial for overseas consumers when choosing Chinese products. Chinese brands have…
Thailand seeks to up Michelin-star status with Thai Select initiative
The goal is to elevate the Thai Select brand to Michelin-star status by increasing the number of restaurants and products that bear the logo and by enforcing more stringent…
Makers of Taiwan’s Zero Day TV series set around invasion fear backlash from China
The premise of Zero Day, a new Taiwan TV drama envisioning a Chinese invasion, is a topic that has for years been considered too sensitive for many Taiwanese film-makers and…
Impeached S. Korean President Yoon files counterclaim against opposition leader, snubs court orders
The president is being investigated for charges of insurrection and abuse of power concerning his Dec. 3 declaration of martial law, in relation to which he is also accused of…
‘I am not an alien any longer’: Stateless 25-year-old becomes Singapore PR
A little blue card, with his name and a few numbers that say who he is and where he lives. To Mr Ricqo Rafiezuwan, the blue identity card confirms he is no longer someone without…