Climate change
The recent promise by Tory Party leader Kemi Badenoch to repeal the Climate Change Act has been met with criticism from a surprising coalition of business leaders, senior church figures, and some Tories who share her party's values. This move is not only scientifically ill-informed but also economically
Elections
The Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) has decided to contest the upcoming Bihar assembly polls solo, citing dissatisfaction with the delay in seat-sharing within the INDIA bloc and the alleged denial of a "respectable" number of seats by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD). The party, led by Chief Minister
Political parties
The Nationalist Party in Taiwan, also known as the KMT, has chosen a former lawmaker as its new chairperson in a competitive election marked by allegations of China's meddling. Cheng Li-wun, the only female candidate in the race, positioned herself as a reformist and won the election by
Political parties
Japan's ruling parties have agreed to hold a parliamentary vote to choose a new prime minister, but the outcome remains uncertain due to the withdrawal of Komeito from the coalition. New LDP leader Sanae Takaichi faces a challenge from opposition parties, which may field a joint candidate to
Prime ministers
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has agreed to give the PML-N-led federal government more time to fulfill its promises, including relief efforts for the recent floods that have devastated parts of the country. In a Central Executive Committee (CEC) meeting, PPP leader Sherry Rehman emphasized that her party played a
Political parties
Abolishing stamp duty for main homes may sound like a straightforward way to boost Britain's stagnant housing market, but research conducted by a team of experts suggests that it would barely move the needle on affordability. In reality, the policy would deliver little benefit to those most in
Prime ministers
At the 80th anniversary of the Armed Forces Traditional Day of Military Region 5, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh praised the region's armed forces for their loyalty to the Party and the nation, as well as their dedication to the people. The event was attended by high-ranking officials,
Odinga, Raila
Raila Amolo Odinga, a veteran Kenyan politician who served as the country's Prime Minister between 2008 and 2013, has passed away in India. He breathed his last on Wednesday morning in Kochi, a southern Indian city, due to a cardiac arrest during a morning walk. The 80-year-old leader
Party leaders
Prashant Kishor, founder of the Jan Suraaj Party, has announced that he will not contest the Bihar assembly elections, citing the party's interest in building a strong organisational foundation. This decision has been made to ensure that Kishor can focus on managing the party's campaign and
Odinga, Raila
Raila Amolo Odinga, a veteran Kenyan politician who served as the country's Prime Minister between 2008 and 2013, has passed away in India. He breathed his last on Wednesday morning in Kochi, a southern Indian city, due to a cardiac arrest during a morning walk. The 80-year-old leader
Prime ministers
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President and former premier Nawaz Sharif at Jati Umra on Sunday, discussing key party and governance matters. The meeting, which took place amidst a politically tense environment, involved Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam
Political parties
Japan's ruling party leader, Sanae Takaichi, is under pressure to maintain her country's commitment to global trade despite a spiraling government debt, according to leading audit, tax, and business advisory firm Blick Rothenberg. Yusuke Takanishi, a partner at the firm, warns that Japan's heavy
