2025 sees ties between Philippine President Marcos, VP Sara Duterte break beyond repair
The partnership between President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte has deteriorated beyond repair by the end of 2025.
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Bomb threat targets South Korean president’s aide and office
It was claimed that explosives had been planted at the presidential office, Lee’s residence, and the new site designated for the future presidential office.
Japan eyes plan to accept up to 1.23 million foreign workers by end of fiscal 2028
The Japanese government will hold discussions with the ruling parties about the plan, and the Cabinet will make a decision in late January.
Thai cabinet approves over 5 billion baht to bolster armed forces
The details remain classified, but the Thai government is indeed backing the military’s capability enhancement.
Divided you fall: The Kathmandu Post
Contradictory agendas of Gen Z groups should not come in the way of timely polls.
Massive protest outside Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi; protestors clash with police, detained
Vishva Hindu Parishad members hold protests near the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi over the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh.
Detained Myanmar leader Suu Kyi overshadows military-run election
Ms Suu Kyi’s reputation abroad is heavily tarnished over her government’s handling of the Rohingya crisis. But for her many followers in Myanmar her name is still a byword for…
Nepali government seeks feedback on overseas and out-of-constituency voting
The government said it is preparing to amend four election-related laws to address the three issues. The home ministry has drafted the amendment bill and asked participants to…
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi to move into official residence by year-end
Currently, PM Takaichi lives in a public dormitory for House of Representatives lawmakers in Tokyo’s Akasaka district.
An unhistorical history book
Rather than erasing dark chapters of Indonesian history, the government should allow marginalised voices to tell their stories, ensuring the younger generation learns…