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National Assembly members have called upon the government to provide relief to drought-affected farmers in Tarai-Madhes and develop resilient infrastructure for disaster risk reduction. The lawmakers expressed concerns over the severe drought, which has caused water shortages and affected irrigation facilities. They urged the government to announce relief packages and
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Chinese officials accused Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) of "political manipulation" and "inciting conflict" after the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party maintained control of Taiwan's legislature in a recent recall vote. The KMT secured a decisive win, retaining all 24 of its
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A critical vote on removing Taiwan's opposition lawmakers from office has ended in a significant loss for President Lai Ching-te, with a majority of voters opting to keep their representatives. This unexpected outcome preserves the delicate balance of power in the legislature, where the opposition Nationalist Party and
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ODM leaders have come out to defend the bipartisan deal between President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, dismissing criticisms from some ODM members, including Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna. Sifuna has been accused of misrepresenting the party's position on the deal, but leaders such as Junet Mohamed
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In Kenya's power dynamics, Principal Secretaries (PSs) have emerged as influential figures in various ministries, wielding significant control over decision-making. Recent reshuffles have seen some PSs maintain their authority despite transfers to new ministries, showcasing their lasting impact. The PS's ability to bypass predecessors and overturn
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A significant setback for President Lai Ching-te's party, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), was recorded on Saturday as Taiwanese voters rejected an attempt to recall 24 opposition lawmakers. The recall effort, backed by the DPP, aimed to oust the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) lawmakers, whom they accused of
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The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party's primary elections have been marred by a dismal voter turnout, sparking concerns about voter fatigue and erosion of trust in the electoral process. According to party officials, poor turnout can be attributed to work obligations, but critics argue that there is
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In Uganda's tumultuous political landscape, loyalty and power struggles are common phenomena. The recent foray of veteran politician Muhammad Muyanja-Mbabaali into parliament, defeating Twaha Kagabo in the NRM primaries, highlights the rapid changes in Uganda's politics. Muyanja-Mbabaali's victory comes after a decade of navigating
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Wednesday, October 29, 2025, as General Election Day in Tanzania. Eligible voters will elect the President, Members of Parliament, and Councillors on this day. The election calendar was unveiled during a meeting with stakeholders on July 26, 2025, at INEC headquarters
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Voters in Taiwan went to the polls to attempt to recall dozens of lawmakers, but all 24 recall attempts have failed, according to the Taiwan Central Election Commission. The opposition party, which has a parliamentary majority, was targeted for recall. The vote was seen as a test of the opposition&
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The Michigan Legislature has expressed strong opposition to President Trump's proposed budget reconciliation bill, known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." This resolution, introduced by 15 Representatives, urges members of Congress to reject this legislation in its entirety, citing concerns over its devastating impact on
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Taiwan's main opposition, the Kuomintang (KMT), is bracing for unprecedented recall elections as supporters of President Lai Ching-te's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) seek to unseat 31 lawmakers accused of being pro-China. The recall campaign, started by civic groups this year, has dominated politics, headlines, and social
