Prospects for Busan’s World Expo bid
Mayor Park Heong-joon views the 2030 World Expo as a chance to boost the economy and raise Busan's international profile, the author states.
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The story behind Anwar’s China trip
Anwar has always been seen as pro-US and indeed his Beijing visit has commanded a lot of attention from across the Pacific but his visit should not be interpreted as him being…
Zahid’s bright political stars
Last year, my politician of the year was Pakatan Harapan chairman and PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who defied all odds to be Prime Minister. This year, so far, it is…
Anwar’s visit to Riyadh should have been a private visit
It is very important for any leader, minister or official to weigh the potential benefits of the visit against the expenses as an official visit by a head of government is…
Corruption scandal in Chinese football yet another own goal in national ambitions to be a powerhouse
While details have been scarce, it is clear that the current investigation affects footballing officials at the very highest level.
Iftar feasts show Ramadan is losing its spiritual values
Big iftar gatherings, which many private corporate sectors also throw, sometimes on an even bigger scale, are just one example of how Ramadan today has lost many of its spiritual…
The coming creative destruction from AI
Artificial intelligence’s impact could be bigger than that of China joining the WTO, but will pose challenges for policymakers.
Modi’s BJP hands opposition a useful sword
The removal of Rahul Gandhi from Parliament has already had the effect of rallying the opposition.
Totally new type of ROK President achieves reconciliation with Japan
President Yoon met with Prime Minister Kishida and took a step to resolve the issue of wartime requisitioned workers from the Korean Peninsula.
Was it really a Saudi royal snub for Anwar?
Political opponents have gone to town to demand an explanation from Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for what they described as a royal snub.