Looming election has Yoon advocating harder for everyday South Koreans
The stress on the middle-class security in the messaging by the president and his party comes amid growing warning signs, half a year away from the general election slated for…
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Zubiri condemns China’s dangerous maneuvers in West Philippine Sea
The comments follow a recent incident where Chinese vessels hit a Philippine Coast Guard ship and a resupply boat contracted by the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
Elections can’t be delayed on wishes of two political parties, says PPP’s Kundi
His remarks come as the PPP has stepped up its demand for holding timely elections. During a rally in Karachi earlier this week, PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari had called…
Defence Minister Prabowo to run for Indonesia president with Jokowi’s son Gibran as V-P
Electability surveys have ranked Mr Prabowo, 72, and Mr Ganjar, 54, as the top two contenders in the presidential race, with each garnering about 30 per cent of support.
Paetongtarn ideal for Pheu Thai leader’s job: PM Srettha
The prime minister said he had worked as Paetongtarn’s adviser before becoming premier, and he believes she has the potential and determination to work hard.
PM Modi appeals to MP voters to give BJP another chance in open letter
PM Modi reminded voters that the development model of the BJP-ruled state has become a benchmark for the entire country, with a focus on the welfare of the poor, women…
Anies, Ganjar register for election, leaving Prabowo behind
The presumptive frontrunner, Prabowo Subianto of the Gerindra Party, has yet to name his running mate. Prabowo is thought to be considering President Jokowi’s eldest son,…
The more the merrier
Regardless of who ends up on the ballot, it is always better for Indonesians to be spoiled for choice rather than return to the de facto dictatorship of the New Order.
Cheers, dancing, selfies: Indonesians kick off election season as candidates register
It was a sea of party flags at the General Elections Commission of Indonesia in central Jakarta on Oct 19, the first day of registration for candidates.
It’s final: Bangladesh PM to head polls-time government
The leading party, Awami League, has threatened to go for a "counter-blockade" if the opposition party, BNP, chooses any programme of that sort. It also vowed not to allow the…