An elegantly delivered message
The writer says: "Politicians will know who their real friends are when they lose power."
A defining moment for eastern India
For the first time in more than five decades, eastern India stands at the threshold of political alignment, policy stability, and economic possibility, the writers say.
A sacking, a crisis, a shaky government
The writer says that Malaysia was briefly gripped by the possibility that the Negri Sembilan crisis would trigger a domino effect in other states, which opened up the possibility…
Nepal strives for provincial improvement. Will their lot improve?
Early signals from the government appear encouraging, but they must lead to decisive action, says the writer.
Beyond Leni: Pink power 2.0
If former VP Leni Robredo is not running for the highest office again, she could be a decisive factor by endorsing an inclusive and unifying 'process' to choose the…
Bracing for ‘super’ El Niño: Philippine Daily Inquirer
Quoting the editorial: "...the entire government apparatus must dig deep, craft strategies, and implement all necessary measures to strengthen the country’s response to this…
The Islamabad paradox: What middle powers can learn from Pakistan
The writer says: "The Islamabad process is not just a story about Pakistan. It is an indication that the middle-power agency in the current international system has migrated…
Classical move with a twist
The writer says: "Inside Perikatan Nasional’s structure, there’s a possibility that a Trojan Horse move is being readied for partyless Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin."
35th anniversary of The Daily Star: When independent newspapers burn, so does democracy
"Without free media, we will lose our direction again," the writer says.
Two-day weekend policy intensifies Nepal’s healthcare problems. Will hospitals listen though?
If the policy remains unchanged, hospitals will be further strained, and public trust in healthcare will erode.