Politics News

US proposes 'toughest UN sanctions in 20 years' on North Korea

Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon rules out contesting in South Korean presidential election

"I will withdraw from politics," he told reporters. "I'm sorry for disappointing many people."

Feb 1, 2017

By Ambili S

Chinese agents abduct billionaire Xiao Jianhua from Hong Kong hotel

The abduction undermines the 'one country, two systems' policy that governs the administrative independence of Hong Kong.

Feb 1, 2017

By Jacob J

Trump travel ban: 'Only a third of Americans think it makes them safer'

Most Americans don't think the country should show a preference for Christian refugees.

Feb 1, 2017

By Reuters

Rizieq Shahib: Indonesian hardline Muslim leader and Ahok critic faces arrest

Rizieq was named as a suspect over derogatory comments that he made about the first President Sukarno

Jan 31, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Trump fires acting attorney general for defying his travel ban

Trump fires acting Attorney General Sally Yates for defying travel diktat

US Attorney Dana Boente will be acting AG until Jeff Sessions, Trump's choice for the post, is approved.

Jan 31, 2017

By Bihu Ray

Southeast Asian countries express concern over US immigration ban

Trump immigration ban receives stern criticism in Southeast Asia

Indonesia says President Trump's immigration move could harm the global efforts to combat terrorism.

Jan 30, 2017

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Terrex tussle worsens: Singapore cites international law; Beijing raises One-China principle

Singapore's Terrex military vehicles arrive after 2-month Hong Kong detention

Singapore has been shipping military equipment through commercial liners for the last 30 years.

Jan 30, 2017

By Jacob J

Trump immigration order blocked in five states; chaos, protests continue

Judges in California, Massachusetts, Virginia and Washington state issue rulings limiting Trump's executive order.

Jan 30, 2017

By Reuters

Trump says he is only in early stages of considering lifting Russia sanctions

However, British PM Theresa May, other foreign officials and think that it's a premature move.

Jan 29, 2017

By Reuters

Hong Kong to start criminal prosecution after releasing Singapore military vehicles

The consignment will be shipped through commercial shipping firm APL.

Jan 25, 2017

By Jacob J

China party paper says no 'provocation' can stop its military drills

Last month, Several Chinese warships and carrier Liaoning cruised around Taiwan and into the Pacific.

Jan 22, 2017

By Reuters

China asks US not to let Taiwan leaders attend Trump inauguration

China warns Taiwan of grim future if One-China policy is undermined

China has been sceptical about Taiwan's latest movies after the US President commented on "One China" policy.

Jan 21, 2017

By Bihu Ray

donald trump sworn in as 45th president of the United States.

President Trump pledges to put 'America First' in nationalist speech

Trump accuses previous U.S. administrations of enriching Washington at the expense of struggling American families.

Jan 21, 2017

By Reuters

How to watch Donald Trump's Presidential Inauguration live-streaming event online

Here's how to watch Donald Trump's Presidential Inauguration live online for free on any device.

Jan 20, 2017

By Vinod Yalburgi

China asks US not to let Taiwan leaders attend Trump inauguration

The attendance of Taiwanese delegation at the presidential inauguration will further complicate the three-way diplomatic balance.

Jan 18, 2017

By Jacob J

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