Thai PM Srettha delegates verdict listening duty to his secretary-general
The court is scheduled to issue a verdict on a case in which PM Srettha was accused by a group of 40 former senators of breaching the Constitution and the code of ethics by…
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Philippine Ombudsman orders dismissal of suspended mayor Guo over offshore gaming links
Based on a 25-page order released to the media on Tuesday, Guo was found guilty of grave misconduct, which merited “dismissal from service with forfeiture of all her retirement…
Indian Army denies skirmish with Chinese troops in Ladakh
“There have been no reports or confirmations of any skirmish, face-off or burning of RCC huts”, the Army said in a statement.
President Jokowi holds first cabinet meeting in future capital Nusantara
The $32-billion megaproject Nusantara was widely expected to be inaugurated on August 17, the country's Independence Day, but building delays and funding woes have cast doubt on…
PM Srettha surviving court ruling will be better for economy: Federation of Thai Industries
With investor confidence in Thai politics taking a knock from the dissolution of Move Forward Party, FTI can only hope Srettha will be allowed to continue as PM.
South Korea President Yoon names new defence chief, national security adviser
President Yoon's shake-up draws criticism from opposition parties as 'revolving door appointments.'
Censor and conquer: PTA’s crackdown on VPN puts Pakistan’s internet security in jeopardy
Once again, Pakistan is on its way to tightening the digital noose. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is clamping down on VPN usage, aiming to prevent access to the…
It’s not unlawful, but is it right?
In the Philippines, a candidate becomes liable for election offences only upon the start of the designated campaign period. Before the official campaign begins, there is no…
Indonesian government under fire over extravagant Independence Day bill
As public backlash grows amid daily hardships, President Jokowi has said the increased budget for this year's Independence Day celebrations in Jakarta and Nusantara was…
No Cabinet reshuffle, says Malaysia PM Anwar
The speculation originated from a news portal and the Prime Minister said he was unaware of any such plans, asking reporters in jest: “Who wants to help me reshuffle? Seriously,…