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‘Recognition diplomacy’ can’t break the Palestine deadlock

People in support of Palestine protest the visit of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the United Nations in New York, on Sept 26.

What price peace? The Trump-Nobel poser

The manner in which US President Donald Trump has gone about his pursuit of peace in Ukraine has doubtless left much to be desired.

PAS and the Islamisation of Malaysian politics

PAS has come a long way since its formation in 1951, says the writer.

The Brics bandwagon is growing but will it be a political game changer?

The grouping is poised to grow further, with up to 40 countries expressing interest in joining and two dozen of them already in the process of submitting formal applications.

The art of Trump-proofing US relations

Across the globe, many are bracing themselves for a Trump 2.0 presidency.

Assertive new king sets Malaysian politics up for tests in balance of power

Given Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar’s outspoken nature, all eyes will be on how he manages his relationship as Agong with the government.

More fire and fury from North Korea’s ‘rocket man’ in 2024 ?

The Dec 18 missile launch marked North Korea’s fifth ICBM test in 2023 alone.

How will Singapore cope as the vice of US-China rivalry tightens?

Much of the posturing by the US and China is driven as much by domestic political interests as they are by anything else.

The Najib dilemma for Malaysia

Malaysia's jailed former premier Najib Razak continues to command loyalty within Umno.

Can Japan assume a greater role in regional security?

FILE PHOTO: A Japanese flag flutters atop the Bank of Japan building under construction in Tokyo, Japan, September 21, 2017. REUTERS/Toru Hanai/File Photo

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