Topic
Politics
Ex-Malaysian PM Mahathir Accuses Government of Prosecuting Its Rivals
By Eileen Ng
The former leader's claims came a week after his eldest son was ordered to hand over information to anti-graft investigators.
The BNP’s Islamist Dilemma
By Saqlain Rizve
Will turning secular earn the Bangladesh Nationalist Party more support from New Delhi and Washington?
India’s Modi Opens Controversial Hindu Temple in Ayodhya
By Biswajeet Banerjee, Sheikh Saaliq and Krutika Pathi
The building of the Ram temple at the site of a demolished 16th century mosque is expected to provide a shot in the arm to the Hindu nationalist BJP’s prospects in upcoming elections.
Charter Change Bid Moves Forward in the Philippines
By Mong Palatino
A push is afoot to amend the Constitution introduced after the 1986 People Power uprising, a move that is likely to deepen political polarization.
Hindutva Activists Target Tamil Film ‘Annapoorani’
By Kavita Chowdhury
The movie’s claim that the Hindu deity Ram was a meat eater has raised the hackles of Hindu hardliners.
India’s Judicial Crisis
By Prem Singh Gill
A judicial backlog of over 50 million criminal and civil cases is not merely a statistical anomaly but a reflection of systemic issues exacerbated by political interference.
Is Christianity Marape’s Political Saving Grace in Papua New Guinea?
By Patricia O’Brien and Douveri Henao
PNG, recently rocked by riots, is likely to declare itself a “Christian nation” in early 2024.
Pakistan’s Precarious Crossroads: Elections and Beyond
By Syed Mushahid Hussain Naqvi
The upcoming elections in Pakistan are much more than a routine political event. They are a decisive moment for the nation's future.
Modi’s Leading Role at Ram Temple Marks a New Indian Republic
By Mohamed Zeeshan
He has set a precedent for Indian PMs to perform religious functions, thereby effectively rendering non-Hindus unelectable for that position.
Is Indonesia’s Largest Islamic Organization Compromising Its Political Neutrality?
By Virdika Rizky Utama
Leading members of Nahdlatul Ulama have become actively involved in the campaigning for next month's election, straining the group's traditional impartiality.
Prabowo’s Lead Holds Steady in Latest Indonesia Election Poll
By Sebastian Strangio
Support for former Jakarta governor Anies Baswedan is building, setting up a potentially interesting run-off election in June.
Vietnam’s Paradox: Commemorating the Battle of the Paracels
By Christelle Nguyen
The clash is a milestone for Hanoi’s South China Sea claims – but marking its 50th anniversary requires discussing the government of South Vietnam.