Politics News

Australia denies spy programme derailed joint military training with Indonesia

Australian army apologises to Indonesian military for offensive training material

The Indonesian side has accepted the apology but not announced a resumption of the suspended military cooperation yet.

Feb 9, 2017

By Boby Michael

Singapore: Presidential election in September if voting is required

Prime Minister Lee said in November the government was adopting a recommendation that ensures fair racial representation in the top post.

Feb 6, 2017

By Jacob J

Japan protests again after Chinese ships sail into waters near disputed isles

East China Sea: Beijing blasts US for supporting Japan in Senkaku dispute

The escalated dispute has led to increased military spending by Japan and China in recent years.

Feb 4, 2017

By Jacob J

After 'Muslim ban', Kuwait slaps visa ban on Pakistan, Iran, Syria, Iraq and Afghan

The foreign minister of the United Arab Emirates said the travel ban imposed by the Trump administration is not anti-Muslim.

Feb 2, 2017

By Jacob J

US proposes 'toughest UN sanctions in 20 years' on North Korea

Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon rules out contesting in South Korean presidential election

"I will withdraw from politics," he told reporters. "I'm sorry for disappointing many people."

Feb 1, 2017

By Ambili S

Chinese agents abduct billionaire Xiao Jianhua from Hong Kong hotel

The abduction undermines the 'one country, two systems' policy that governs the administrative independence of Hong Kong.

Feb 1, 2017

By Jacob J

Trump travel ban: 'Only a third of Americans think it makes them safer'

Most Americans don't think the country should show a preference for Christian refugees.

Feb 1, 2017

By Reuters

Rizieq Shahib: Indonesian hardline Muslim leader and Ahok critic faces arrest

Rizieq was named as a suspect over derogatory comments that he made about the first President Sukarno

Jan 31, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Trump fires acting attorney general for defying his travel ban

Trump fires acting Attorney General Sally Yates for defying travel diktat

US Attorney Dana Boente will be acting AG until Jeff Sessions, Trump's choice for the post, is approved.

Jan 31, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Southeast Asian countries express concern over US immigration ban

Trump immigration ban receives stern criticism in Southeast Asia

Indonesia says President Trump's immigration move could harm the global efforts to combat terrorism.

Jan 30, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Terrex tussle worsens: Singapore cites international law; Beijing raises One-China principle

Singapore's Terrex military vehicles arrive after 2-month Hong Kong detention

Singapore has been shipping military equipment through commercial liners for the last 30 years.

Jan 30, 2017

By Jacob J

Trump immigration order blocked in five states; chaos, protests continue

Judges in California, Massachusetts, Virginia and Washington state issue rulings limiting Trump's executive order.

Jan 30, 2017

By Reuters

Trump says he is only in early stages of considering lifting Russia sanctions

However, British PM Theresa May, other foreign officials and think that it's a premature move.

Jan 29, 2017

By Reuters

Hong Kong to start criminal prosecution after releasing Singapore military vehicles

The consignment will be shipped through commercial shipping firm APL.

Jan 25, 2017

By Jacob J

China party paper says no 'provocation' can stop its military drills

Last month, Several Chinese warships and carrier Liaoning cruised around Taiwan and into the Pacific.

Jan 22, 2017

By Reuters

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