Politics

Once mostly immune from the country's post-coup turmoils, Rakhine State is beset by an increasingly devastating conflict.

Allegations of election interference are the latest issue to sour Canada on Beijing.

In “New Kazakhstan,” an typical old Kazakhstan-style election grants Tokayev power through 2029.

Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla denied the claims that the country is plagued by a "culture of impunity."

After a surprise return at Saturday's election, Muhyiddin Yassin's Perikatan Nasional coalition is in the box seat to form the next government.

“Democracy is deeply rooted in Mongolia. Yet, our people’s choice is under constant assault.”

With young, energetic and independent candidates throwing their hats in the ring, the old and established politicians are having to work harder to impress voters.

Xi has imposed his own take on unity of the "Chinese dream."

The nomination of veteran candidates and their patrons comes at the cost of historically underrepresented and marginalized groups – including women.

It also called for the repeal of the harsh, civil war-era Prevention of Terrorism Act, under which the two protest leaders are being held.

Despite its shock defeat in 2018, UMNO's proven brand of ethnic Malay identity politics could play a decisive role in Saturday's election.

After seeing overwhelming support for Bougainville independence in a 2019 referendum, there is some frustration over perceived foot-dragging by PNG.