Politics News

Israel submarine deal: Channel 10 says AG orders probe into Netanyahu

The Israel Defence Forces had reportedly opposed the purchase of submarines from Germany's ThyssenKrupp.

Dec 29, 2016

By Jacob J

Chinese coast guard ships sail near disputed East China Sea isles, second time in a week

Chinese aircraft carrier Liaoning, missile destroyers in East China Sea, says Japan

The Maritime Self-Defense Force is closely monitoring the situation for further actions.

Dec 25, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippine Catholic Church, rights groups condemn Duterte's daily execution plan

Catholic leaders say Duterte's daily execution will make the country a capital of death penalty in the world.

Dec 19, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Malaysia, Vietnam voices concern about reports of China's military installations in South China Sea

Malaysia, Vietnam voice concern over Chinese military installations in South China Sea

The defence minister of Malaysia says he would seek clarification in writing from his Chinese counterpart.

Dec 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Srilanka, Malaysia call for strict measures against terrorism during Maithripala's visit

Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena visited Malaysia on a three-day trip and was received by PM Najib Razak

Dec 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Japan: Prince Mikasa, oldest imperial family member, dies at 100

Japan: Emperor Akihito cancels duties due to cold, fever

The 82-year-old emperor will be taking rest during the weekends at the Imperial Palace.

Dec 16, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China passes new rules to prosecute trespassers in its territorial waters

China holds first live-fire drills in Bohai Sea with aircraft carrier, warships

Authorities say the drills were aimed to test the equipment and troop training levels.

Dec 16, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

South Korea terms North's Cheong Wa Dae mock attack plans as 'childish'

South Korea has strongly condemned North's mocked military attacks on Cheong Wa Dea, the Blue house. South's Unification Ministry spokesman termed the act as 'childish'.

Dec 16, 2016

By Ambili S

Philippine President Duterte apologises to Jews for Hitler remark

Philippines: Duterte to face impeachment after 'personal killing' claim?

The Philippine senators say this admission as a president has left Duterte open to impeachment.

Dec 15, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in Singapore on two-day visit

Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs says an orchid will be named at Singapore Botanic Gardens in Duterte's honour.

Dec 14, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Release Anwar Ibrahim and repeal sodomy law, Human Rights Watch tells Malaysia

Court upholds Anwar Ibrahim sodomy conviction, rules out conspiracy at PMO

Anwar, a rising star and deemed political successor of Mahathir Mohammed, was sensationally arrested in 1998.

Dec 14, 2016

By Jacob J

Japan denies China's claim of 'dangerous and unprofessional conduct' by fighter jets

Japan denies China claim of 'dangerous' fighter sorties during routine drill

Japan vows to keep an eye on Chinese military and protect country's land, sea and air space.

Dec 13, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Trump names oilman and Russophile Rex Tillerson as next secretary of state

President Putin awarded Tillerson Russia's Order of Friendship in 2013.

Dec 13, 2016

By Jacob J

Antonio Guterres calls for changes at UN as he takes office

'He's looking for a big shake-up, reshuffle ... He's looking to create ... a different feeling'

Dec 13, 2016

By Jacob J

Bill English elected New Zealand prime minister; focus now cabinet reshuffle

English choses Steven Joyce, the minister for economic development, as the new finance minister.

Dec 12, 2016

By Jacob J

Prev 284 285 286 287 288 289 290 291 292 293 Next