Mourners throng Abe's wake as his party secures sombre Japan election win
A private funeral for Abe, who resigned in 2020 and was Japan's longest-serving premier, is scheduled for today.
Tue Jul 12 2022
Japan's ruling coalition makes strong election showing after Abe killing
The strong showing could help Kishida consolidate his rule as he looks to steer Japan's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon Jul 11 2022
Polls suggest Japan's ruling bloc will cling to election majority
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida aims to win a clear voter mandate to press ahead with his coronavirus response.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Japan PM dissolves lower house for Oct. 31 national election
The last lower house election was held in 2017 under former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Thu Oct 14 2021
Japan heads to polls in snap election
Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, leader of the Liberal Democratic Party, speaks at an election campaign rally in Tokyo, Japan.
Sun Oct 22 2017
Japan votes in poll likely to eject ruling party
Media surveys show the Liberal Democratic Party on course for a convincing victory in the lower-house election.
Sun Dec 16 2012
Japan election candidates make final pitches
Hundreds of candidates vying for a seat in Japan's parliament made their final pitches.
Sat Dec 15 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024