Nepal Minister for Federal Affairs resigns amid bribery allegation revealed through leaked audio
Rajkumar Gupta steps down after an audio recording allegedly implicates him in cash-for-postings deal; calls for investigation into claims.
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Vietnam’s two-tier local government model set to unlock new business opportunities
The streamlining of administrative structures following the reorganisation of provincial units is beginning to yield clear improvements in the investment and business climate.
Pakistan President Zardari, PM Shehbaz reiterate commitment to work together for country
The meeting comes in the wake of growing speculation about the upcoming 27th constitutional amendment and it being claimed that President Zardari may soon step down, potentially…
Suspended Thai PM Paetongtarn seeks extension to respond to Constitutional Court over leaked audio clip
The case stems from a petition filed by members of the Senate, calling on the Constitutional Court to rule whether Ms Paetongtarn should be disqualified from her ministerial post…
Bangladesh consensus commission: Talks stall over women’s seats, upper house
The National Consensus Commission has proposed establishing an upper house comprising elected representatives from each district and city corporation, and suggested abolishing the…
Heaven sent? India’s opposition parties build temples to woo Hindu voters
While the ruling Hindu-nationalist BJP has long been known to use its support for temples to garner votes from Hindus, it is becoming increasingly important for other Indian…
South Korean President Lee’s cabinet picks hit by abuse of authority claims
Lee Jin-sook, who has been nominated for education minister, a position that doubles as deputy prime minister, has been accused of plagiarism. Rep. Kang Sun-woo, meanwhile, who…
Bangladesh’s political parties must confront criminal ties: The Daily Star
The shocking nature of some recent crimes shows how emboldened criminals have become.
The politics of outrage
Since Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has lost his post as PKR deputy president and quit as the Economy Minister, he is vocal in his criticism of his party’s government.
Rewriting the past: Indonesia’s new history books spook scholars
The 10-volume account was ordered by the administration of President Prabowo Subianto, an ex-general accused of abducting activists in the unrest that preceded dictator…