Declining quality of Philippine senators and the need for change
The Senate is in a very sad state. Political parties and their stalwarts are themselves to blame. They nominate persons as candidates in their lineup based on popularity and name…
No silver lining: The Kathmandu Post
The first six months of the Oli government has been woeful any way you evaluate it.
The wheel of fortune is turning
The response to the house arrest issue from some of Umno’s top leaders illustrates Thucy-dides’ point that “if people think differently, they will act divergently."
Hijacking ‘People Power’ vs Marcoses
Over the past year, the once-invincible Dutertes have been gradually reduced to a ragtag cabal of “destabilisers” after getting purged from all key positions in the government.
Yoon’s legal tactics: The Korea Herald
Suspended South Korean President Yoon’s insistence on responding to investigations only under circumstances of his choosing is tantamount to condoning a potential clash between…
BNP’s show of force on Dhaka’s Airport Road and a political culture that refuses to change
The BNP, on Tuesday night, made a clear show of its lack of respect for the people whose support they hope will carry them into power, says the writer.
Democratic instincts
Democracy seems to be almost instinctive in the biological sense of the word.
Free, nutritious, safe meals: The Jakarta Post
Regular and thorough inspections of the whole process, from the procurement of ingredients to food distribution, are imperative.
Procedural fairness: The Korea Herald
If many believe that the impeachment trial is progressing under some political scheme, the ruling will intensify conflict. The Constitutional Court has to put procedural fairness…
Not ready for AI: The Kathmandu Post
The absence of even minimal AI regulation in Nepal is concerning.