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Gunfire in the Senate: How the Philippines’ Political War Turned Violent
A senator’s escape and chaotic Senate standoff have intensified the country’ political crisis ahead of 2028
16 hrs ago
ASEAN May be Swapping One Energy Dependence for Another
‘Battery power’ takes on a new meaning
May 14
Chinese, US Investment in Global South Not Always Welcome
Chinese deals in US, Europe fall due to anti-China hostility but rise sharply in Global South
May 13
End of Brotherhood: The Gulf’s Cold War Has Begun
Emirates jumps ship
May 12
Gulf’s Mini States in The Spotlight
Iran conflict sparks strains between local players with moneybags
May 11 • Philip Bowring
Trump Goes To China a Supplicant Amid a Distrustful Asia
For many, China is now a more reliable partner
May 11 • Philip Bowring
US-China Crackdown on Dubai Scam Centers
Joint enforcement smooths way for potentially friendly mid-May Xi-Trump meeting in Beijing
May 9
Anwar In No-Win Confrontation Over Pig Farming
Clash with Selangor Sultan imperils snap election
May 8 • Our Correspondent
FATF’s Positive Report Card for Singapore
Sharply tightened rules pay off following 2023 anti-money laundering case
May 8
The Passing of International Law Should Worry ASEAN
Killed in action
May 7
Prabowo’s Free Lunch Plan Under Fire
Corruption allegations in nutritious meals program
May 6
India’s Voters Oust Long-Running State Governments
Significant win for Modi’s BJP in West Bengal state election
May 5
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