‘Just give them Gardenia’: Why a PAS politician’s remark on bread sparked backlash in Malaysia’s Sabah
The incident reignited debates over Sabah's autonomy and resource distribution, impacting the upcoming state election and PN's chances.
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Court issues arrest warrant for Thai business mogul Anne Jakkaphong over 30 million baht fraud
An arrest warrant was issued for Anne Jakkaphong in a fraud case where she and her company, JKN Global Group, are accused of deceiving an investor into purchasing 30 million baht…
Nepal’s Karki government finds itself mired in controversies
Ethical questions rise as the PM’s secretary appoints wife, Ghising linked to party, and Attorney General faces scrutiny.
1 month into office, Japan PM Takaichi’s distinct leadership style noticeable, but frankness carries risks
Within the government and ruling parties, the risks of the “Takaichi style” are emerging as a future challenge.
Calls for Philippine President Marcos, VP Duterte to resign justified as ‘legitimate’
Calls for the resignation of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte amid the corruption issues in the budget process and infrastructure projects would be…
Sukarno, Soeharto and authoritarian failures in Indonesia
Centralisation, which is prone to authoritarianism, may serve as an emergency structure in moments of collapse, but it cannot drive innovation, productivity, or global…
Nepotism and cronyism
People’s trust in PM Karki is eroding fast due to many visible and hidden scandals.
9710 grams of gold recovered from ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina’s Agrani Bank vaults
The development comes amid ongoing scrutiny of financial records linked to political figures.
Eighty parties register for Nepal’s March 5 polls as deadline nears
The country's Election Commission expects the number of applicants to increase with one day of registration still remaining.
23 arrested for allegedly attacking police with chilli spray at India Gate air pollution protest
They have been sent to judicial custody and will be lodged at Rohini Jail, while the minor will be held at a safe house. Police stated they are verifying the minor’s age.