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Environmentalists, critics question Indonesia’s ‘green’ ambitions amid economic priorities. Skepticism remains over Jakarta’s commitment to environmental sustainability, genuine …
Rodrigo Duterte on drug war: ‘I did what I had to do’
Oct 28, 2024 · Aside from the Senate, the House of Representatives has also been investigating the previous administration’s drug war. Eight police officers have so far been prosecuted for …
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Indonesia’s Prabowo revives transmigration, deploys troops to Papua to ensure food security. New president’s efforts to feed Indonesia could lead to additional violence in the restive region, …
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Malaysia must crack down on crime syndicates taking billions from citizens. The government has been on the frontline against scammers, but fundamental improvements are needed.
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Duterte drug-war admissions have pros and cons for his political future, observers say 2024-11-21. But the former leader’s statements – made under oath in Congress – have also bolstered …
Malaysian govt denies allegations Najib would gain from house …
Oct 25, 2024 · Malaysia’s government denied Friday it was trying to ensure an early release for imprisoned ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak through a bill that would allow house arrest, saying …
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Thailand to grant citizenship to nearly 500,000 people. The aim is to improve national security and support the economy, officials said.
5 years after its birth, Bangsamoro autonomous region struggles …
Feb 1, 2024 · An autonomous Muslim region in the southern Philippines that came out of a peace deal is struggling to end violence five years after being established and 15 months before its …
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