Although US President Joe Biden’s “shock” pronouncements declaring that he wants Vladimir Putin out and both a regime change and prosecuting Russian leaders for crimes against humanity have become scarcer, these statements reflect a misunderstanding of what led to the conflict in Ukraine and what can be done to stop the war. I know of […]Continue Reading
China may be close to clinching a huge weapons sale to Argentina involving fighter jets and armored vehicles, a deal that would give Beijing military clout in a region traditionally seen as America’s sphere of influence. This week, South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported that Argentina’s Ambassador to China Sabino Vaca Narvaja and Argentinian Defense […]Continue Reading
While China is a major ally and arms supplier to the military junta in Myanmar, ethnic rebels have asked the country to diffuse the post-coup crisis
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Asia will benefit from China’s reopening despite a muted global growth forecast and amid troubles brewing in the banking sector, Mr Cormann said.Continue Reading
SINGAPORE: A 57-year-old man was on Friday (Mar 17) charged with misappropriating at least S$2.3 million meant for the construction of a house. Per Poh Huat is accused of taking the money between Mar 13 and Dec 4, 2019. The sum had been deposited into his United Overseas Bank accountContinue Reading
Malaysia has no clear law policing private companies making financial contributions to political parties. Bersatu leaders, including Muhyiddin, have accused the government of mounting a political vendetta against the opposition in a bid to undermine the party ahead of crucial polls in six states sometime in June or July. ButContinue Reading
Blake Johnston has been riding waves for over 30 hours and plans to keep going.Continue Reading
The current and planned programmes at ComLink communities include reading and numeracy for young children, sports activities and skills upgrading and job matching services.Continue Reading
Everyone talks about the urban-rural divide but the suburban-rural divide yawns wider politically. These days the countryside is voting more Republican than ever, while many suburbs now vote Democratic. It’s an important phenomenon, one well worth exploring in more detail. The Democrats began to make inroads in the suburbs in the early 1990s and have […]Continue Reading
PHUKET: The Department of Tourism (DoT) plans to promote Thailand as a friendly destination for Muslim tourists.Continue Reading