Prabowo’s great power politics pivot takes centre stage
The decision to pursue “joint development” in disputed areas signals a prioritization of diplomatic negotiation over assertive defence of sovereign rights under international…
Politics
Former Thai PM Thaksin rallies Udon Thani voters with promise of 10,000-baht handout
On Wednesday, Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira said the government will launch the second phase of the 10,000-baht handout scheme when the “time is right” and it may be…
Sri Lanka president expects ‘strong majority’ after snap polls
Mr Dissanayake took power in the September presidential election on a promise to combat graft and recover the country’s stolen assets, two years after an unprecedented economic…
Japan PM Ishiba has no health issues; sleeping during PM vote due to ‘cold medicine’
PM Ishiba had just visited the International University of Health and Welfare’s Mita Hospital in Tokyo on Saturday for what was described by his aides as a “medical checkup.”
President Marcos firm on non-cooperation with ICC over Duterte drug war probe
Asked whether the government will comply if the Interpol issues a red notice, President Marcos said: “We have obligations to the Interpol. And we have to live up to those…
Khao Kradong land issue awaits Thai House committee review after members’ walkout
When the topic of "Khao Kradong" was raised in the meeting for a resolution, several government MPs, both those present in person and those attending online, left the meeting…
Trump and autocratic leaders
What is being rejected by citizens in democratic countries, is the kind of economic system that has piggybacked on or has been partnered with political democracy.
Why South Korean President Yoon golfing is so controversial
Playing golf is almost a taboo for politicians in Korea. The expensive nature of the sport means that it is seen as an elite indulgence, rather than a pastime for ordinary people.
Former Malaysian Finance Minister Daim laid to rest at Bukit Kiara Muslim cemetery
Daim breathed his last at 8.21am on Wednesday while receiving treatment at Assunta Hospital in Petaling Jaya. He was 86.
Former Philippine President Duterte free to surrender to ICC if he wishes, says government
A red notice from Interpol could mean Mr. Duterte’s arrest—and the government says it won’t stand in the way.