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Politically, It’s Just Bad Luck

Politically, It’s Just Bad Luck

A record number of by-elections in Malaysia is down largely to the disturbing number of deaths among politicians.

Power Before the People?

Japan’s problems didn’t begin with the DPJ. If elections are to mean anything, a party needs a fair crack at the whip.

Malaysia Gears Up for Early Poll

Malaysia Gears Up for Early Poll

Has recent UNMO success raised the likelihood that Prime Minister Najib Razak will call an early election?

Media Falls Short on Burma

Media Falls Short on Burma

Some parts of the media refused to cover Burma’s election. Did they let the Burmese people down with their decision?

13 Reasons for Burma Poll

13 Reasons for Burma Poll

Why is Burma actually holding elections? It’s a question that’s been strangely overlooked. Here are some theories.

Machimura’s By-election Win

Odds were in favour of the LDP heavyweight. We shouldn’t read too much into the DPJ’s defeat.

Afghan Parliamentary Elections

Afghan Parliamentary Elections

Nine years after 9/11, frustration and uncertainty prevail in Afghanistan, as the country prepares for its parliamentary elections on Saturday. Karlos Zurutuza reports.

No Downtime for PM Kan

No Downtime for PM Kan

The rising yen, economy, Futenma issue, China… Naoto Kan hasn’t got the time to relax.

Kan Holds Onto Japan Leadership

Kan Holds Onto Japan Leadership

Prime Minister Naoto Kan has survived a close-fought challenge to his leadership by Ichiro Ozawa.

Ozawa-Kan Leadership Finale

The DPJ election circus is coming to a close. But will lawmakers be listening to the Japanese public?

A DPJ Disenfranchisement

A DPJ Disenfranchisement

Japan’s ruling party has not only taken away the people’s vote, it fails to address the key point.

DPJ’s Grim Reaper?

DPJ’s Grim Reaper?

By running for prime minister, Ichiro Ozawa could tear Japan’s ruling party apart.

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