A year after South Korea’s Halloween crowd crush, victims’ families still seek justice: 'Law won’t bring our children back'

A South African English teacher at a primary school who preferred to go by the name Stan told local media that his co-taughters had questioned him about whether it would be appropriate to give students Halloween activities this year because” it might still be vulnerable subject.” Department stores, which generallyContinue Reading

Commentary: Politics is a family business in Indonesia - again

ACTIVITIES OF PERFORMING Elections IN INDONESIA

how the world has changed. It definitely helps to get related to Jokowi if you want to succeed in Indonesian politics.

Look at the family trees, please. Mr. Raka, 36, is not only running for evil political office; in 2020, he was also elected mayor of Solo, his hometown. Due in large part to Jokowi’s popularity and social wealth, the young politician won with a landslide & nbsp. & nbsp,

Then there is Kaesang Pangarep, a younger child who is 28 years old and is better known for his YouTuber charm than his political background. Last month, the Indonesia Solidarity Party( PSI) was founded to support younger voters.

Finally, in 2020, son-in-law Bobby Nasution, & nbsp, was elected mayor of Medan. His campaign heavily relied on family ties, giving the impression that the central government would give him special consideration because of his wealthy place. & nbsp,

Any claim that his household benefits because he is the head of state has been dismissed by Jokowi. He told me in an appointment in 2020 that I didn’t stop Indonesians if they want to vote them in. The general public decides. & nbsp,

However, even the charismatic leader The & nbsp, with his consistently high approval ratings, won’t be immune to the public’s displeasure with what seems to be dynastic politics re-emerging in the archipelago. & nbsp,

According to Alexander Arifianto, top fellow at the Institute for Defence and Strategic Studies in Singapore, a vote for Gibran as vice president may guarantee that Jokowi can continue to exert influence in the background during the Prabowo management. Social kingdoms are not uncommon but not particularly successful in Indonesia. Additionally, they invite open criticism after being publicly declared”& nbsp,

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Japan court to make landmark transgender decision

Japan has recently seen typically liberal countries make modest progress toward embracing sexual diversity. Despite growing support for LGBTQ-friendly rules among younger people, according to surveys, the Liberal Democratic Party, which currently holds power, has been hesitant to move forward with measures. Additionally, activists have recently issued a warning aboutContinue Reading

Snap Insight: Two Chinese ministers fired in three months - Xi Jinping must put domestic affairs in order

WELLINGTON: On Tuesday, October 24, Li Shangfu was suddenly fired as China’s defense secretary after being conspicuously absent for more than two weeks. It puts an end to weeks of intense rumors about his whereabouts but brings up new concerns about the management staff of President Xi Jinping.

This is the second high-profile dismissal in three weeks; Qin Gang was abruptly removed from his position as foreign minister in July following a likewise enigmatic presence. In these assets, both people are currently China’s leaders with the shortest tenures.

NO INSURANCE IS Democratic LOYALTY.

There is no proof that General Li was fired as a result of his social loyalty. He was one of Mr. Xi’s most dependable generals and a defense” prince” whose father took part in the Long March. He advanced quickly through the ranks.

He oversaw the purchase and design of arms and led Mr. Xi’s effort to modernize the government. He oversaw many space missions and was a seasoned head of China’s ambitious space program. He took over for Wei Fenghe as position councilor and defense secretary in March.

He showed social allegiance to Mr. Xi as the military’s outward experience. General Li reportedly referred to Russian President Vladimir Putin as an” extraordinary” leader who made” important contributions to promoting world peace” during his visit to Moscow in April, reiterating Mr. Xi’s commitment to the” no-limits” partnership with Russia.

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China's defence ministry blasts Pentagon's annual report

BEIJING: The US Defense Department’s monthly report on China was criticized by the Chinese defence ministry on Wednesday( Oct 25 ), claiming that it misrepresents both the military and security strategies of the nation. The Pentagon stated in a report to US Congress outlining China’s national aspirations, including its defenseContinue Reading