Electing for openness
The writer argues in favour of the open-list electoral system, despite its imperfections.
Indonesia’s diplomacy: Rowing between two reefs in a fast-changing world
Moving forward, Indonesia’s leadership and diplomacy must remain focused on the welfare of the people, while being firm with our principle of active and independent foreign…
Qin Gang: From Wimbledon umpire to China’s foreign minister
At age 56, he is one of the youngest to make the cut since the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949.
What is the state of Awami League as a political party?
As it moves towards the next election, the question that will inevitably come to the fore is of how successful the Awami League has been in keeping its promises.
Domestic affairs will set the tone for Singapore in 2023
Housing policy, cost of living, a Covid-19 review and sentiments over China may prove to be hot-button issues this year.
How biomass can solve Indonesia’s energy trilemma
In effect, unless an affordable substitute is found, replacing coal can ignite political debate about our deep-seated understanding of resource sovereignty.
Geneva meeting offers Pakistan a rare opportunity to leap towards climate-compatible development
In the upcoming donor conference, Pakistan must present the steps it will take to ensure climate-resilient lives.
Winter surge of Covid-19
The quarantine steps may cause inconvenience to travellers, but the Korean government has no other viable choice but to make testing mandatory given the worsening Covid-19…
Rahul Gandhi’s walk across India attracts crowds, but will it get him the votes?
The 52-year-old has covered more than 3,000km so far, in a journey that started from the southernmost point, Kanyakumari, in the state of Tamil Nadu on Sept 7, 2022.
Pakistan seems to have no clear strategy in place yet to deal with the threat of terrorism
It is evident that the return of Taliban rule in Afghanistan has given a huge impetus to terrorist groups operating out of their sanctuaries across the border.