Lawmakers, media groups hit Rappler closure order
A former media practitioner lamented how the Duterte government was now showing a preference for vloggers and social media influencers, while “crushing” registered news…
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Dr Mahathir’s walkout from task force inquiry ‘regrettable’: Minister
He said the task force only wanted to listen to views regarding the government’s decision to withdraw their appeal over Batu Puteh.
Thailand a car carrying 70 million people: PM
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha vowed to maintain the country's financial stability in a bid to gain confidence of countries worldwide.
Foreign Office rejects Indian insinuations linking Pakistani organisation to gruesome killing in Udaipur
Hundreds of police were deployed in the Indian city of Udaipur after the murder of a Hindu tailor allegedly by two Muslims.
Tyre maker Michelin to leave Russia
Michelin cited supply chain problems as the main reason behind its decision to give up business in Russia.
The politics of bigotry
India is not an outlier in its descent into political sectarianism and tribalism. Indonesia is also facing its own demons.
Weighing Duterte’s legacy
Many reforms began during President Duterte's time but no narration of his legacy would be complete without a mention of his shortcomings.
Smugglers should not be rewarded
Bangladesh's struggle with smuggling is not new. What is baffling is that authorities have done little to dismantle the syndicates.
How the politicisation of courts and judgements weakens democracy
Two verdicts - in United States on abortion and in India on the Prime Minister's role in riots in 2022 - have turned the spotlight on judiciary.
‘Send Suu Kyi home from prison’: Asean special envoy on Myanmar
He also urged all parties to the conflict in the crisis-hit country to begin negotiating towards a peaceful resolution and a national reconciliation without any further delay.