Irrational bullying by China
In China’s book, it’s hands-off by other countries on anything that involves matters within its territory, or what it considers as part of it by some dubious historical basis,…
Asian Editors Circle
High time for prompt, sensible diplomacy with Myanmar
The government must engage with experts on national security, foreign policy, regional history and geopolitics who can analyse the situation in Myanmar as it unfolds, and…
Our bondage to rice
"The fact that many Filipinos eat rice thrice a day is something that we take for granted, and the best doctors can hope for is that they might change to healthier (and lower…
Bangladesh should challenge India’s claim to Tangail sari origin
Whether Bangladesh will appeal to India's Intellectual Property Appellate Board to overturn their decision remains to be seen. But doing this is essential for not only…
The devil and the deep blue sea
The 50% reduction of former PM Najib Razak’s 12-year jail term is a decision which doesn’t seem to please any of the political parties. The Umno party, is furious that the…
New power game and polls
With one of the largest political parties having been virtually demolished, the coming elections have become a tame affair.
Nelson Mandela and the killers of children in Gaza
South Africa has brought Israel to the International Court of Justice to stop what it says are the genocidal acts committed by the Israeli military forces against the Palestinians…
‘Great Wall of Democracy’
President Marcos’ unprecedented greeting of his new Taiwanese counterpart was no trivial matter, notes the writer.
Sri Lanka beyond Ceylon
Indeed, half a century since this nation of 20 million people became a republic, changing its name from “Dominion of Ceylon” to “Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri…
Where the Bangladeshi PM should really be an ‘Iron Lady’
Zero tolerance for corruption and the guarantee of accountable and transparent administration are like music to our ears, though this tune has now been played for the umpteenth…