Vietnam parliament elects Tran Thanh Man new chairman amid leadership reshuffle
Vietnam’s National Assembly on Monday elected Tran Thanh Man as its new chairman, one of several key changes in an ongoing reshuffle of the country’s top leadership.
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Tuesday Briefing: What’s Next for Iran
The Iranian authorities have aimed to project order and control after President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian were killed in a helicopter crash. The supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said that the first vice president, Mohammad Mokhber, would assume the role of acting president and must organize elections within 50 days.
Candidates begin registering in complicated process to select Thailand’s new Senate
BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand on Monday officially began the selection of new senators, a process that has become part of an ongoing war between progressive forces hoping for democratic political reforms and conservatives seeking to keep the status quo.
Lai Ching-te urges China to accept Taiwan's existence in inaugural speech
TAIPEI -- Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, was sworn in on Monday, completing his ascent from humble beginnings to the top office and calling on China to respect the will of voters.
Vietnam's parliament elects new speaker amid leadership reshuffle
HANOI (Reuters) -- Vietnam's National Assembly on Monday elected Tran Thanh Man as its new chairman, one of several key changes in an ongoing reshuffle of the country's top leadership.
On topic: How will Singapore change under new PM Lawrence Wong?
Lawrence Wong has been sworn in as Singapore's prime minister, the city-state's fourth since its independence in 1965. The 51-year-old will usher in a new era and faces myriad challenges, including a falling birthrate, the rising cost of living, and potential disruptions to businesses from technological advances such as artificial intelligence.
Modi’s Hindu nationalist politics face a test as India holds fifth stage of national election
AYODHYA, India (AP) — When Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened a Hindu temple on the site of a razed mosque in the holy city of Ayodhya in early 2024, he was making a bet on mixing Hindu nationalism and politics ahead of a national election in which he’s seeking a rare third term.
Nepal’s prime minister wins confidence vote in parliament, his fourth since taking office
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — Nepal’s prime minister will continue leading his shaky governing coalition after winning his fourth vote of confidence in two years on Monday.