Joko Widodo-Prabowo Subianto

Indonesia’s Political Future: Prabowo Subianto’s Ascendancy and Implications

Indonesia’s political landscape, President-elect Prabowo Subianto is rapidly shaping the nation’s next government as he prepares to be sworn in on October 20. His recent talks with candidates for senior government positions have sparked widespread attention, particularly due to his...
Smoke rises after North Korea blows up sections of inter-Korean roads on its side of the border between the two Koreas, according to South Korea's military, as seen from the South Korean side, October 15, 2024. South Korean Defence Ministry

North Korea Destruction of Inter-Korean Roads and Railways: South Korea Fires Warning Shots

North Korea destroyed sections of inter-Korean roads and railways on its side of the heavily fortified border with South Korea on Tuesday, leading to an immediate military response from Seoul. The South Korean military fired warning shots south of the...
Shigeru Ishiba

Japan Parliamentary Election: Shigeru Ishiba Seeks Mandate Amid Political Funds Scandal

Official campaigning for Japan’s upcoming parliamentary election on October 27 began Tuesday, with newly appointed Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba seeking a public mandate for his administration's policies and political reforms. This election comes at a critical time for the Liberal...
Israel Hints at Independent Decision on Iran Retaliation Despite US Misgivings

Israel Hints at Independent Decision on Iran Retaliation Despite US Misgivings

Israel has signaled that while it is taking U.S. concerns into account regarding its planned counter-strike against Iran, it will ultimately act according to its own national interests. This stance comes amid rising tensions in the region and the potential...
Joko Widodo- Indonesia

Joko Widodo’s Legacy: A Decade of Transformation, Contradictions, and Challenges for Indonesian Democracy

In 2014, Joko Widodo, affectionately known as Jokowi, was the symbol of hope, democracy, and change in Indonesia. With a simple white ribbon tied around his head, warning against electoral fraud, he electrified packed campaign rallies, symbolizing a fresh start...
Falkland Islands

Britain’s Decision on Chagos Islands Sparks Falklands Debate

In British foreign policy, the United Kingdom has agreed to relinquish sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago and transfer control to Mauritius, excluding the strategically vital UK-US military base at Diego Garcia. This move, while hailed as a victory for decolonization...
Chinese and Taiwanese flags

China-Taiwan Standoff: Taiwan’s Quest for Sovereignty Faces Critical Test as China Flexes Military Muscle

China has once again ramped up military pressure on Taiwan, launching large-scale military exercises for the second time this year. Dubbed “Joint Sword 2024B,” these drills come just days after Taiwanese President William Lai delivered his first National Day speech...
Kamala Harris-Donald Trump

Chinese Perspectives on U.S. Election 2024: Harris or Trump for Better U.S.-China Ties?

As the U.S. presidential election looms, it is not just Americans who are nervously watching the race unfold. Across the Pacific, in China, the election is being followed with keen interest and palpable anxiety. With tensions between the two superpowers...
North Korean loudspeaker, top left, a military guard post, top right, and a South Korean military guard post, bottom, are seen from Paju, South Korea, near the border with North Korea,

South Korea says North Korea Prepares to Destroy Inter-Korean Roads

South Korea's military reported on Monday that it had detected signs of North Korea preparing to destroy sections of inter-Korean roads in the northern part of the peninsula. These roads, no longer in use, were once a symbol of cooperation...
Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel Urges UN Peacekeeping Force to Withdraw from Conflict Zones in Southern Lebanon

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on the United Nations peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon (UNIFIL) to immediately relocate from conflict zones, citing heightened risks to the peacekeepers amid increasing hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. Netanyahu, in a video statement...
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