EXPLAINER - Will South Africa have a new government or president after election?
Under South Africa's constitution, voters elect 400 members of the National Assembly, who then elect the president by a simple majority.
Wed May 29 2024
Former intelligence chief Dick Schoof proposed as Dutch PM
Dick Schoof said he had been asked by the four parties that will form the new government to lead it.
Wed May 29 2024
Palestine announces new government focused on Gaza humanitarian crisis
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas approved a new government Thursday led by Mohammad Mustafa, making it the 19th in the country's history.
Fri Mar 29 2024
New Zealand's new government sworn in, parliament expected to open next week
The New Zealand Green Party launched a petition to keep the ban on oil and gas exploration.
Mon Nov 27 2023
New Zealanders start voting in Oct. 14 general election
New Zelanders started voting for a new government as advance in-person balloting opened ahead of the Oct. 14 general election.
Mon Oct 02 2023
Obstacles and opportunities for free speech in Malaysia
Laws on freedom of expression have a chance for revision under a new government.
Tue Aug 29 2023
Pakistan senator picked as caretaker PM to oversee elections
Senator Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, a lesser known politician, will name a cabinet and head a government until a new government is elected.
Sat Aug 12 2023
Thailand PM Prayuth retires from politics, 9 years after his coup
Prayuth Chan-ocha will remain caretaker premier until a new government is formed.
Tue Jul 11 2023
Thai parliament to convene as Move Forward looks to lead new government
Move Forward won big support from youth voters and the capital Bangkok, campaigning overwhelmingly on social media.
Mon Jul 03 2023
AWANI Global: Who’ll be Thailand’s 30th Prime Minister?
Amidst anticipation for Thailand’s new government formation, the outcome of the political landscape remains uncertain. To shed light on the implications of the poll results and what lies ahead for Thailand's political landscape, we turn to Dr. Virot Ali from Thammasat University. Catch AWANI Global.
Sun Jun 25 2023
Israel's Netanyahu says he has secured deal to form new government
The new govt, which Netanyahu must now present within a week, will take office after a year that has seen the worst levels of violence.
Thu Dec 22 2022
Orang Asli villagers hope new govt continues to defend their fate
Bidi Ronggeng said they also hope that the new government can speed up the connecting roads to settlement areas.
Sun Dec 04 2022
MAF needs bigger budget to raise national defence capability
Tan Sri Mohd Reza Mohd Sany hopes the new government will consider streamlining the budget of MAF in stages from 1 to 1.5 pct of the GDP.
Fri Dec 02 2022
[COLUMNIST] Adhere Malay Rulers' call, stop fanning racial and religious hate
The Malay Rulers have urged the new government to instill a "spirit of togetherness" among Malaysians.
Thu Dec 01 2022
Ahmad Yakob hopes new govt maintains good relations for the sake of Kelantan people
Datuk Ahmad Yakob has expressed his hope that the new government can maintain good relations and the spirit of federalism for the well-being and prosperity of the Kelantan people.
Sat Nov 26 2022
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024