Can coerced confessions behind closed doors be prevented?: The Japan News
Improper investigations must be prevented by expanding the use of audiovisual recordings in interrogations.
Voter education, not surveys: Philippine Daily Inquirer
Instead of putting too much premium on surveys, voters must have better information about aspirants for public office.
Bangladesh must discard its archaic foreign policy
For decades, Bangladesh followed the policy of "friendship to all, malice to none," a principle inherited from its early years of independence. However, the events of 2024 have…
Suspend reality: impeached South Korean President Yoon’s last stand
In his final statement tomorrow, Feb. 25, Mr. Yoon would do well to do what he has not done yet: offering a heartfelt apology for his grave misjudgment in opting for martial law…
Why Bangladesh needs deliberative democracy now
The July Revolution of 2024 was not merely a rejection of the old political system but a call for a new era of governance rooted in accountability, inclusion, and deliberation.
A return to the streets: The Jakarta Post
Indonesia is witnessing a welcome resurgence of youth activism. This week’s protests, the fastest that any president has faced since taking office since the Reform era, are a…
How Bangladesh can navigate the geopolitical crossroads
Bangladesh needs forward planning to remain ahead of the game.
Key governance reforms needed for a fairer Bangladesh
While stabilising the economy is a priority, the roots of Bangladesh's recent turmoil lie in a crisis of governance.
Climate funding gap: Dawn
The unfortunate reality is that Pakistan requires $40-50bn annually for climate adaptation and mitigation, yet receives merely $1.5-2bn from international sources. This disparity…
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz: One year on
Governance by the ruling coalition has been underwhelming and marked by growing authoritarianism, says the writer.