US President Trump’s aid cuts to hurt pro-democracy projects the most in Pakistan
Pakistani institutions, such as the Election Commission, have benefitted from Washington’s support in the past.
Geopolitics
The price of disruption and arrogation
By ignoring the responsibility of the aggressor, the United Nations Security Council's resolution on the Russia-Ukraine war inadvertently emboldens dictators and rule-breakers…
Key challenges to Johor-Singapore SEZ
Despite the positive momentum, questions remain about the blueprint or roadmap to ensure that this project does not become a white elephant.
Nightmare from Malaysia to Myanmar
The Star interviewed a victim of a human trafficking syndicate, who was smuggled from Thailand to Myanmar. For the next 11 months, he was beaten up, tasered, and forced to work…
Over 6,000 arrested, rescued from tiger-trafficking operations in Myanmar
Myanmar government officials say they are systematically conducting checks and balances to enable government-to-government transfers, but are facing many difficulties.
Nepal’s preparations to host global climate forum in full swing
Global climate leaders, experts, and those from international organisations are expected to gather in Kathmandu from May 16 to 18.
UN expert, Amnesty slam ‘absurd’ clip of Gaza as seaside resort posted on Trump social media
The AI-generated video depicted battle-ravaged Gaza rebuilt into a seaside resort, replete with a towering golden statue of Mr. Trump himself.
Beijing told to stop comments on Philippine defence decisions
National Security Council Assistant Director General Jonathan Malaya said that the Philippines has "not commented previously on [Beijing’s] ever-rising missile inventory which…
Malaysia vows to strengthen ties with Vietnam
Leaders of the two countries expressed satisfaction with the progress of bilateral ties, following PM Anwar Ibrahim’s official visit to Vietnam in July 2023 and Vietnamese Party…
Changes to US duty-free policy to bring higher prices, experts say
The comments came as US President Donald Trump temporarily suspended the imposition of tariffs on low-value products from China shortly after announcing an end to the duty-free…