Imran’s mess would require 2-3 years to clean up: PML-N vice-president
She also said Imran's ouster was the need of the hour as Pakistan was "plunging into multiple crisis".
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Cambodia’s National Assembly refutes EU resolution condemning human rights
In a statement released on May 9, the Assembly said the resolution that was passed was “misleading, biased, politicised, one-sided, and totally disrespectful of a sovereign…
Five things about South Korea’s new president
South Korean presidency has been held by lawmakers, military generals, and lawyers, but Yoon Suk-yeol is the first former state prosecutor to become the nation’s leader.
Protests break out as Philippines election returns a Marcos to presidency
Though Marcos, 64, campaigned on a platform of unity, political analysts say his presidency is unlikely to foster that, despite the margin of victory.
EU’s criticism of HK election misguided
The writer says it is unreasonable to demand that “full democracy” be installed in Hong Kong at one fell swoop.
What would a Marcos Jr. presidency mean for democracy?
The culture of lies and deception through misinformation and troll farms has made democracy more vulnerable.
After Philippines, Indonesia too is ripe for return to authoritarianism
The writer says after 24 years of experimenting, Indonesia’s democracy is still largely a work in progress.
Weak, fragile support base threatens Yoon administration’s successful start
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol starts with one of the lowest popularity ratings for new presidents.
SLPP goon attacks trigger massive wave of violence
The attacks on the anti-government protesters triggered a wave of violence across many parts of the country.
‘My gratitude can’t wait’: Marcos addresses nation after runaway lead in polls
While acknowledging that the vote count for the presidential race is not yet final, Marcos Jr. said his gratitude towards those who supported him “cannot wait.”