Tag: Politics
Religious leaders appeal for calm as South Korea awaits impeachment decision
“South Korea has always found wisdom and dignity in times of crisis. This time will be no different—we will overcome this hardship together.”
Philippine Congress impeaches Duterte; Catholic Church calls for truth and justice
"The impeachment process serves as an essential mechanism in our democracy to maintain accountability among those in power."
In a blow to democracy, Thai court dissolves main opposition party
Around 88 student groups from 19 universities across Thailand released a joint statement condemning the dissolution of MFP
Imran Khan defeated in path to second Pakistan innings
Often described as being impulsive and brash, Khan draws frequently on cricket analogies to describe his political battles
After a year in power, Malaysia’s Madani government falters on reform...
The government of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim marked its first year in power with various stakeholders pushing for the urgent implementation of political reforms.
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Thai govt calls for calm after reformist’s PM bid fails
Pita Limjaroenrat's party won the most seats in May elections, but on Wednesday, he was dramatically suspended from parliament
Young Thai protesters hope for ‘game changer’ election
Many of the young protesters are about to vote for the first time in Thailand's May 14 election
The Gospel is not ‘a political party, an ideology, a club,’...
When there are ideological divisions in the Church, such as an identification as conservative or progressive, “where is the Holy Spirit?”
ASEAN governments urged to stop using ‘lawfare’ against critics
“Lawfare is very common in the Philippines, but is happening everywhere in Southeast Asia and beyond," said Charles Santiago
Pope Francis warns against use of religion as prop for power
"May we never allow the sacred to be exploited by the profane. The sacred must never be a prop for power, nor power a prop for the sacred."
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