2022: Philippines’ most consequential elections yet
Next week, the Philippines will go to the most consequential polls in Philippine history, since the 1969 elections.
House-hunting mars S. Korean presidential transition
The presidential transition team’s helter-skelter scramble to complete the relocation before the May 10 inauguration is comparable to a pinball ricocheting off bumpers.
Pyongyang’s nuclear threat
The paper says President-elect Yoon should weigh various elements before finalising his policy toward North Korea.
Attack on Chinese a sign of things to come
As the clouds of terrorist violence in Karachi start to gather, the paper says it is time for law enforcement to reassess their capabilities.
Defense procurement ToT deals pave way for strategic autonomy
Strategic autonomy could help the country protect its national interests and sovereignty, as well as boost its self-dependence.
More costs for Pakistan to bear
The paper says it is time for those who have lived off the average Pakistani citizen to pay larger costs to stabilise the economy.
A troubled start to Pakistan’s new administration
Several unprecedented impediments have been placed in the way of a smooth transition by leaders of the former ruling party.
Pakistan’s challenges amid leadership renewal
The paper says Islamabad will hope that the crisis in Pakistan’s ties with the United States, stoked by Imran Khan, has been staved off.
Zelenskyy’s speech highlights Japan’s challenges in a changed world
The writer calls for a review of Japan's security policy in light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
YouTube should not be let off the hook for censorship
The writer says Hong Kong can consider calling for a territory-wide advertising boycott on YouTube for its actions.