Heavyweights enter Nepal’s electoral race, while some sit out
Former prime ministers, party chiefs and popular mayors file nominations for the March polls.
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Japan’s ruling party set to announce election pledges, consider pause on consumption tax for food
The draft pledges also include promoting “responsible and proactive public finances,” as championed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who also serves as LDP president.
Beyond bamboo diplomacy: Vietnam’s era of national rise in a volatile world
The 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam marked a significant strategic pivot in the country's development, the writers say. By formalising the concept of an…
Vietnam under leader To Lam eyes China-style strongman model, 10% growth push
Analysts say the National Congress is not merely a routine leadership transition, but a key signal of Vietnam’s future policy direction in a rapidly changing global environment.
Former South Korean PM Han jailed for 23 years in martial law case
Special Counsel Cho Eun-suk had sought a 15-year prison term, arguing that Han played a key role before and after the declaration of martial law. It is rare for a court to impose…
Workers’ Party rejects Singapore PM Wong’s invitation to nominate another elected MP as Leader of the Opposition
In a statement issued on Jan 21, the Prime Minister’s Office said the Government accepts the WP’s decision. It added that the office of the LO will remain vacant till the WP…
1,967 candidates in the race for Bangladesh’s 13th national election
305 aspirants, meanwhile, withdrew their candidacy, the Election Commission says.
Can Japan PM Takaichi build a system to advance policy measures?: The Yomiuri Shimbun
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s declaration of her intention to dissolve the lower house conveys her desire to stabilise her administration’s foundation, to implement measures…
What voters expect when parties speak of a ‘New Bangladesh’
The writer says: "Political parties must understand that without a credible commitment to curb mob violence, protect citizens from arbitrary intimidation, and enforce the law…
ASEAN will not certify Myanmar election or send observers, Malaysia says
The election, which began in December last year, has been criticised by the United Nations, many Western countries and rights groups as a ploy to legitimise military rule through…