Politics News

China passes new rules to prosecute trespassers in its territorial waters

China holds first live-fire drills in Bohai Sea with aircraft carrier, warships

Authorities say the drills were aimed to test the equipment and troop training levels.

Dec 16, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

South Korea terms North's Cheong Wa Dae mock attack plans as 'childish'

South Korea has strongly condemned North's mocked military attacks on Cheong Wa Dea, the Blue house. South's Unification Ministry spokesman termed the act as 'childish'.

Dec 16, 2016

By Ambili S

Philippine President Duterte apologises to Jews for Hitler remark

Philippines: Duterte to face impeachment after 'personal killing' claim?

The Philippine senators say this admission as a president has left Duterte open to impeachment.

Dec 15, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in Singapore on two-day visit

Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says an orchid will be named at Singapore Botanic Gardens in Duterte's honour.

Dec 14, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Release Anwar Ibrahim and repeal sodomy law, Human Rights Watch tells Malaysia

Court upholds Anwar Ibrahim sodomy conviction, rules out conspiracy at PMO

Anwar, a rising star and deemed political successor of Mahathir Mohammed, was sensationally arrested in 1998.

Dec 14, 2016

By Jacob J

Japan denies China's claim of 'dangerous and unprofessional conduct' by fighter jets

Japan denies China claim of 'dangerous' fighter sorties during routine drill

Japan vows to keep an eye on Chinese military and protect country's land, sea and air space.

Dec 13, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Trump names oilman and Russophile Rex Tillerson as next secretary of state

President Putin awarded Tillerson Russia's Order of Friendship in 2013.

Dec 13, 2016

By Jacob J

Antonio Guterres calls for changes at UN as he takes office

'He's looking for a big shake-up, reshuffle ... He's looking to create ... a different feeling'

Dec 13, 2016

By Jacob J

Bill English elected New Zealand prime minister; focus now cabinet reshuffle

English choses Steven Joyce, the minister for economic development, as the new finance minister.

Dec 12, 2016

By Jacob J

Jakarta police tightens security before Ahok blasphemy trial begins

The trial will start from 13 December at the old Central Jakarta Court building.

Dec 10, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Obama scraps meeting with Philippine President Duterte after insult

Obama orders probe into election cyber attacks, fears Russia will go unpunished under Trump

Obama orders the probe into the 'malicious cyber activities' to be completed before he leaves office.

Dec 10, 2016

By Jacob J

Vietnam dredges on disputed reef in South China Sea

Vietnam starts dredging work on disputed reef in South China Sea

Authorities say several vessels were found in a carved out embankment on the reef's edge.

Dec 9, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Taiwan President Tsai apologises to indigenous people, promises to look after their interest

On collision path with China, Taiwan leader reasserts claims in South China Sea

Tsai says freedom of navigation and flights in the region should be protected.

Dec 9, 2016

By Jacob J

Malaysian Sultans start conclave to elect next King

Najib snubs Mahathir again by cancelling invitation to new king's inauguration

Mahathir told he will not be provided with any seat at the inauguration of new king Sultan Muhammad V of Kelantan.

Dec 8, 2016

By Jacob J

China asks US to block Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen's entry

Allowing Tsai transit in US will send wrong signals to Taiwan independence forces, says Beijing.

Dec 7, 2016

By Jacob J

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