The Pakistan poll saga
Once deemed a shoo-in for former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, the political landscape has shifted unexpectedly, revealing a nuanced narrative of defiance and discontent.
Elections
Pakistan’s political instability to haunt reforms: experts
Pakistan's elections was meant to ensure some semblance of stability for the country, but that won't be the case, notes the writer.
Film ‘Dirty Vote’ causes stir days before election
Directed by activist and filmmaker Dandhy Dwi Laksono, the movie alleges that Jokowi has been using state resources to influence voters.
Indonesian polls: By boat, cow and maybe even elephant – how ballot boxes reach remote areas
Carrying out nationwide elections in Indonesia, which consists of more than 17,000 islands, can be a logistical nightmare for the government.
Indonesia’s presidential candidates make final plea for votes at election rallies
Indonesian presidential hopefuls danced, belted out punchy slogans, and pleaded for support at their last rallies on Feb 10.
Live news: Read the latest on Pakistan’s elections here
Read Dawn's exclusive reporting on the 2024 Pakistan elections, right as it develops.
Indonesia’s youth want jobs and lower cost of living from the next president
Faced with a bleak job market and increasing cost of living, many young voters are looking to the incoming president to tackle the bread-and-butter issues, and ideological…
askST: What you need to know about Indonesia’s legislative elections
On Feb 14, Indonesians will head to the polls to choose not just their president, but also their elected representatives for Parliament, the regional council and legislative…
Candidates linked to jailed ex-PM Khan leading Pakistan vote: Report
Unofficial tallies by local TV channels showed independent candidates – including dozens anointed by his party – leading in the most constituencies.
Pakistan responds to UN concern over polls security
“Pakistan is fully committed to foster an inclusive democratic process, uphold the rule of law and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms guaranteed in its laws and…