Malaysian PM Anwar requires to reshuffle his Cupboard
Petaling Jaya – Images of previous Head of state Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob existing still on the healthcare facility bed triggered an experience, specifically in UMNO. In the very early hours
Malaysian PM Anwar requires to reshuffle his Closet
Petaling Jaya – Pictures of previous Head of state Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob existing still on the healthcare facility bed triggered a feeling, particularly in UMNO. In the very early hours of this week, he clearly collapsed because of
Red-tagging, prohibited marketing: Relentless bugs in the Philippines’ 2025 midterm political elections
May 13, 2025 Manila – With countless Filipinos heading to the survey today on May 12,
A step towards restoring democracy: Daily Star
Dhaka – In a welcome decision, the High Court on December 17 restored the provisions of
Backlash at the ballot: Why Bangladeshi women are being shut out of politics
January 29, 2026 Dhaka – There is no shortage of women leaders in Bangladesh, whether in business, government offices or academia. There is a lack of women in electoral politics. Over the
South Korean former first lady gets 1 year, 8 months for church bribery
January 29, 2026 Seoul – The Seoul Central District Court on Wednesday sentenced former first lady Kim Gun-hee to one year and eight months in prison and ordered a forfeiture of 12.8
Election pledges under the microscope as Thai parties submit 527 budget-backed policies worth trillions
The PPP submitted 36 policies (6.83%) with a total budget of 741.83 billion baht. Notable proposals include: spending 3 billion baht each time to draft a people’s constitution; large-scale projects to improve
Campaigning starts in Japan for Lower House race, with PM Takaichi vowing to resign if ruling bloc misses majority
January 28, 2026 Tokyo – The 12-day campaign begins on Tuesday for the House of Representatives elections, which will be held on February 8. Key issues include public confidence in the coalition
Myanmar’s election ends amid mixed international response
January 27, 2026 Hongkong – Myanmar held its third and final round of multi-party democratic elections on Sunday, with the military junta saying it needed people’s approval rather than the international community’s
Aung San Suu Kyi’s health is improving, says Myanmar military spokesman
January 27, 2026 Yangon – Defense and Security Council spokesman Major General Zaw Min Tun said Aung San Suu Kyi is in good health. On January 24, General Zaw Min Tun inspected
Impeachment complaints vs Philippine President Marcos sent to justice panel, triggers one-year ban
January 27, 2026 Manila – Two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. have been filed with the House Judiciary Committee, effectively triggering a one-year ban. The first complaint by lawyer Andre
Young Japanese voters show weak support for ruling party LDP despite high support for Takaichi cabinet
January 27, 2026 Tokyo – Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet enjoys particularly high support among young voters and independents, but according to recent polls, these groups will not necessarily vote for
Indonesian President Prabowo’s nephew Thomas Djiwandono secures central bank deputy governor post
January 27, 2026 jakarta – The House of Representatives formally appointed Thomas “Tommy” Djiwandono as top Bank Indonesia (BI) official after he addressed market sentiment and assured the central bank’s independence during
Politics has become everyone’s game in Nepal
kathmandu – As the country approaches parliamentary elections on March 5, politics is no longer the exclusive domain of party cadres and career politicians. Business leaders, journalists, actors, social media influencers and
Caretaker politics – Asia News NetworkAsia News Network
January 27, 2026 Manila – We are familiar with the concept of a caretaker government – a temporary leadership that exists primarily to maintain the status quo, maintain stability and avoid risks
‘Nobody is safe’: Chinese President Xi targets his close ally in purge
January 27, 2026 China experts said Xi’s move to target his longtime ally and Politburo member Gen. Zhang Youxia also concentrates more power in the hands of the president, makes already secretive
Onslaught of AI content aims to sway Bangladeshi voters
January 26, 2026 DHAKA – In another reel, posted the previous day, a purported news presenter claims that the United States is sparing no effort to ensure the Awami League’s return to power.
Japan parties launch battle of words ahead of Lower House election
January 26, 2026 Tokyo – Party leaders and executives have begun a war of words ahead of next month’s lower house elections. The formal election campaign will begin on Tuesday, with voting
Older candidates dominate despite Nepal’s youth-heavy electorate
kathmandu – A total of 3,406 candidates nationwide have submitted nominations for the March 5 House of Representatives elections. Of these, 2,263 belong to a political party and 1,143 are running as
Former Thai politician Pita returns to rally voters as People’s Party eyes 150+ seats in final push
Bangkok – The People’s Party is expected to win more than 150 seats in the 2026 Thai general election, focusing its strategy on Bangkok, the central region, the north and areas with
It’s all about the image
January 26, 2026 Kuala Lumpur – “It’s a Singaporean brand,” a Singaporean friend told me over dinner at a restaurant in Kuala Lumpur earlier this week. The Malaysian politics expert is referring
When politics reaches the venue: Why Seoul’s student rights event is facing obstacles
January 26, 2026 Seoul – The location of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education’s annual Student Rights Memorial Day event has become the subject of political controversy, with accusations that city council
Bangladesh slams India for allowing ex-PM Hasina to deliver speech
January 26, 2026 Dhaka – Dhaka expressed surprise and shock that deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was allowed to make a statement at a public event in New Delhi on Friday. Sheikh
The real winner behind Myanmar’s junta-held elections could be China
January 26, 2026 MANDALAY – At the bustling jade market in Mandalay, Myanmar’s traditional trading hub along its commercial corridor with China, the ruinous economic effects of a protracted civil war may
Indonesia joins US President Trump’s Board of Peace despite domestic unease
January 23, 2026 jakarta – Indonesia joined the Gaza Peace Council on Thursday, raising fresh concerns that Jakarta may be forced to accept a U.S. agenda for control in the war-torn territory
Nepali parties ramp up social media spending ahead of elections
kathmandu – Political parties and candidates have stepped up their social media campaigns, with spending surging on Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Threads and Messenger. Data from October 20 to January 11 shows that
Indonesia’s House postpones plan to scrap direct regional elections
January 23, 2026 jakarta – The House of Representatives has shelved plans to amend regional electoral laws this year amid growing public opposition to new proposals from President Prabowo Subianto’s ruling coalition
Workers’ Party rejects Singapore PM Wong’s invitation to nominate another elected MP as Leader of the Opposition
The opposition party said in a statement posted on its website on January 21 that it had informed Prime Minister Wong of its decision. The Workers’ Party added that it considers the