An elegantly delivered message – Asia News Network
May 11, 2026 Kota Kinabalu – PISANG emas dibawa belayar, Masak sebiji di atas peti; Hutang emas Boleh dibayar, Hutang Budidi Bawamati. To me, these four lines constitute the most iconic pantun
In The Midst Of A Conflict, The UAE Pivots To Asia
Dubai’s skyline includes the Burj Khalifa. FADEL SENNA/AFP via Getty Images As the United Arab Emirates learned during the US-Iran conflict, countries simply cannot hope to escape geography. The two-month war has
A defining moment for eastern India – Asia News Network
May 8, 2026 New Delhi – For the first time in over fifty years, Eastern India stands on the threshold of political alignment, policy stability and economic possibility. The 2026 election results
India state election results deepen BJP dominance, boosting PM Modi’s mandate – Asia News Network
May 8, 2026 Kochi – The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has bolstered Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s agenda and dominance by claiming control of another state in recent state elections. The Hindu
What BJP’s win in West Bengal means for Bangladesh – Asia News Network
May 7, 2026 Dhaka – The rise of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal is not just another election result. It represents a deeper structural shift on India’s eastern frontier,
Interpol denies issuing red notice against Nepal former prime minister Deuba and spouse – Asia News Network
May 7, 2026 kathmandu – Interpol has informed Nepali authorities that no red notices can be issued against former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his spouse, former foreign minister Arsu Rana
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission tracking another US$2bil in 1MDB funds – Asia News Network
Putrajaya – The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is pursuing another US$2 billion (RM7.9 billion) related to the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) scandal and will recover the funds by the end of 2027.
Socmed personality nabbed for trying to extort Philippine ex-Speaker – Asia News Network
May 7, 2026 Manila – The founder of a social media news outlet was arrested late Tuesday along with four colleagues for allegedly trying to extort 350 million pesos from former Speaker
Malaysian King heads to Russia on President Putin’s special invitation – Asia News Network
May 7, 2026 Kuala Lumpur – At the invitation of President Vladimir Putin, His Majesty King Ibrahim Sultan of Malaysia sets out for Moscow ahead of Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on May
Judge who convicted South Korean ex-first lady Kim Keon Hee found dead days after ruling – Asia News Network
May 6, 2026 Seoul – Court of Appeal Judge Shin Jong-oh, who presided over the appeal trial that sentenced former first lady Kim Gun-hee to four years in prison, was found dead
PM Modi’s BJP returns to peak dominance after latest wins – Asia News Network
May 6, 2026 New Delhi – Twelve years ago, the BJP was in power in seven states. Today, it governs 21 countries and leads a coalition responsible for about 72% of India’s
West Bengal delivers change, India’s political map recasts itself – Asia News Network
May 5, 2026 New Delhi – As the evening of May 4, 2026 dawned, the contours of a decisive political shift across India became unmistakable. Assembly election results in five states went
Philipine VP Duterte submits proof vs self-confessed bagman Madriaga’s claim of close ties in affidavit – Asia News Network
May 5, 2026 Manila – Vice President Sara Duterte’s camp on Monday presented evidence refuting claims by self-confessed salesman Ramil Madriaga that he was close to her. Paolo Panelo, the vice president’s
A sacking, a crisis, a shaky government – Asia News Network
May 5, 2026 Kuala Lumpur – Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has laid down the law for his party amid the Negeri Sembilan ministerial crisis. He told the media
Politicisation of our professions – Asia News Network
May 5, 2026 Dhaka – A fact that we don’t discuss much and seem to take for granted is the politicization of our various professions. Over the years, this phenomenon has undermined
Indians vote for change in key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala – Asia News Network
May 5, 2026 New Delhi/Kochi – Results of parliamentary elections in several Indian states on May 4 are still being tallied, reflecting strong sentiment for political change and marking a major shift
Myanmar a growing geopolitical concern; China, Russia involved in port developments – Asia News Network
May 4, 2026 Tokyo – Myanmar’s military regime has consolidated its grip on power as former commander-in-chief Min Aung Hlaing takes office as president. Since the 2021 coup, the military junta has
House justice panel finds probable cause to impeach Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte – Asia News Network
April 30, 2026 Manila – The House Judiciary Committee found probable cause to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte after holding three clarifying hearings on two complaints within the panel’s jurisdiction. During the
ICC names 3 judges for Philippine ex-president Duterte trial – Asia News Network
April 29, 2026 Manila – The International Criminal Court (ICC) has assured the integrity and expertise of three members of the Trial Chamber who will handle the crimes against humanity case against
South Korean ex-first lady gets 4 years over graft, stock manipulation – Asia News Network
April 29, 2026 Seoul – The Seoul High Court on Tuesday sentenced former first lady Kim Gun-hee to four years in prison, overturning her acquittal in the Deutsche Auto stock manipulation case
Nepal’s Constitutional Council regains full strength after eight months – Asia News Network
April 29, 2026 kathmandu – The long-vacant Constitutional Committee is now full as the main opposition Nepali Congress party on Monday elected Bishma Raj Angdembe as its parliamentary leader. The commission has
Philippine justice secretary says ex-lawmaker Zaldy Co is out of Czech hands – Asia News Network
April 28, 2026 Manila – Justice Minister Fredderick Vida confirmed that former Rep. Zaldy Co is no longer detained in the Czech Republic. “I have to tell Kababayan that the Czech authorities
Malaysia’s Negri royalty saga goes from bad to worse – Asia News Network
April 28, 2026 Petaling Jaya – They say it never rains, but it pours. The same seems to be true in Negeri Sembilan. The state’s royalty crisis has barely eased, and a
Thai ex-PM Thaksin parole decision due April 29, with May 11 release date in sight – Asia News Network
April 28, 2026 Bangkok – Former prime minister’s parole process Thaksin Shinawatra The case is in its final stages after the Department of Corrections outlined a timetable for his possible release onto