Topic
Politics
The Taliban Are Entrenched in Afghanistan After 2 Years of Rule
By Riazat Butt
There's no armed or political opposition with enough domestic or foreign support to topple the Taliban.
The BJP’s Southern Strategy
By Joe Wallen and Tushar Shetty
How the BJP plans to win over South India in the lead up to the 2024 election.
Singapore Says It Will Hold Presidential Election on September 1
By Sebastian Strangio
But it remains to be seen how many candidates can meet the city-state's stringent eligibility criteria.
Relief for Malaysian PM Anwar, as Opposition Fails to Alter Status Quo in State Elections
By Eileen Ng
In Saturday's six state elections, Anwar's government and the Malay nationalist opposition each retained control of three states.
How India’s Data Protection Law Weakens Citizens’ Right to Information
By Himanshu Jha
Privacy and accountability have been a double-edged sword since the Right to Information Act first passed in 2005.
Rahul Gandhi Uses the Nationalism Plank to Take on PM Modi
By Kavita Chowdhury
Although the Modi government defeated the no-confidence motion, it is evident that it is rattled by the opposition.
Malaysia’s State Elections Are Not a Litmus Test for PM Anwar’s Unity Government
By Rahul Mishra
Less than a year since the last general election, the country's political parties are gearing up for another round of electoral battle across six states.
Cambodia Unveils Youthful New Cabinet Ahead of Power Transition
By Sebastian Strangio
As expected, the line-up of ministers, who will be sworn in along with Prime Minister Hun Manet on August 22, includes many close relations of high-ranking CPP officials.
After Haryana Clashes, Indian Court Raps Government For Ethnic Cleansing
By Sudha Ramachandran
Hindus and Muslims clashed violently in Nuh in northern India. The government punished only Muslims for the violence.
Pakistan’s Parliament is Dissolved to Pave Way for Elections
By Munir Ahmed
There is uncertainty over the election date even as the legal and political drama surrounding jailed ex-PM Imran Khan deepens.
Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party Welcomes New Parties Into Potential Governing Coalition
By Sebastian Strangio
Despite the new recruits, the party faces some difficult choices in reaching the majority that it needs in the House of Representatives.
Social Media and the Fight For Political Influence in Southeast Asia
By Fitriani and Muhammad Habib
The use of digital communications platforms has transformed the region's politics – both for good and for ill.