EXPLAINER - Suu Kyi's uphill battle in Myanmar junta's secretive courts
The junta is tightly controlling information and it is unclear if, and by what measure, Suu Kyi is getting a fair trial.
Thu Apr 28 2022
FACTBOX - Legal cases against Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi
The military overthrew and arrested Suu Kyi last Feb, alleging unaddressed irregularities in an election her party had won by a huge margin.
Wed Apr 27 2022
Myanmar's Suu Kyi handed 5-year jail term for corruption
Suu Kyi is accused of accepting gold and cash payments totalling $600,000 from former Yangon chief minister Phyo Min Thein.
Wed Apr 27 2022
Myanmar's Suu Kyi awaits verdict in first corruption case
Myanmar's military-ruled country is scheduled to deliver a verdict in the first of multiple corruption cases against Suu Kyi today.
Mon Apr 25 2022
Ceritalah ASEAN - U Phyo Min Thein: Yangon's Chief Minister the man to watch
As Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy mark their first year in power, it's becoming clear that the dynamic business hub will hold the key to her future success.
Mon May 15 2017
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