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Singapore’s Workers’ Party Declines Premier’s Offer for Opposition Leader Role
Singapore’s Workers’ Party has rejected Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s invitation to nominate a new Leader of the Opposition, following the removal of former LO Pritam Singh. The party asserts the role should inherently belong to the leader of the largest…
Jeffrey Siow: Singapore’s Temasek and GIC Returns Meet Government Expectations
Senior Minister of State for Finance Jeffrey Siow affirmed in Parliament on January 12, 2026, that the returns of Singapore’s sovereign wealth funds, Temasek and GIC, are ‘reasonable and within expectations,’ countering recent media reports questioning their performance.
UK Politics in Flux: U-Turns, AI Deepfakes, and Greenland’s Geopolitical Storm
A turbulent week in UK politics saw the government execute another U-turn on business rates for pubs amidst wider hospitality sector anger, intensified its clash with Elon Musk’s X over AI-generated deepfakes, and navigated renewed international tensions surrounding Greenland.
Incoming NMP Haresh Singaraju Clarifies PAP Affiliation Amidst Public Scrutiny
Incoming Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) Dr. Haresh Singaraju has clarified his political affiliation after an old photo showing him in a People’s Action Party (PAP) T-shirt circulated online, sparking debate about the NMP scheme’s non-partisan nature.
Conservative MP Scott Anderson Rejects Liberal Offer to Cross Floor, Vows Loyalty Amidst Carney Government’s Majority Bid
Conservative MP Scott Anderson has publicly rejected a Liberal offer to cross the floor, reaffirming his loyalty to constituents and the Conservative Party amidst the Carney government’s push for a parliamentary majority. His strong stance comes after two other MPs…
Why Conservative MPs Are Defecting: Inside the Liberal Surge and Tory Struggles
A wave of Conservative defections to the Liberals has shaken Ottawa, with insiders warning more could follow. As the Liberals edge closer to a majority, the Conservative leadership faces mounting internal dissent and a critical leadership review.
Singapore Opposition Leader Pritam Singh Loses Appeal Over Lying to Parliament Case
Singapore’s main opposition leader Pritam Singh has lost his appeal against a guilty verdict for misleading a parliamentary committee, a case that has highlighted challenges for political dissent in the city-state.
Mark Carney’s First Federal Budget: Deep Cuts, Tax Reform, and Political Uncertainty
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s debut budget brings sweeping spending cuts, tax system changes, and ambitious investments—all under the shadow of a U.S. trade war and tense parliamentary negotiations.
Political Crisis in Georgia: Suspension of Opposition MPs’ Mandates and Continued Protests, February 5
The political situation in Georgia remains tense. Parliament has terminated the mandates of 49 opposition MPs. The MPs, representing the United National Movement, the Coalition for Change, and Powerful Georgia parties, had announced their resignations following the October 26th parliamentary…
Armenia’s EU Membership Draft to Be Discussed in Parliamentary Committee on 24 January
This Friday, January 24, the Armenian Parliament’s Committee on European Integration will review the draft law titled “On Launching the Process of Armenia’s Accession to the European Union.” The discussion is officially included in the committee’s agenda. According to the…
Luxembourg’s Parliament Adopts Resolution Condemning Rights Violations Against Armenians Detained in Azerbaijan
The Parliament of Luxembourg has adopted a resolution condemning human rights violations against Armenians detained in Azerbaijan. The resolution calls for the immediate release of all individuals unlawfully imprisoned and highlights the broader democratic and human rights challenges in Azerbaijan.…
Parliament Debates Election of Public Services Regulatory Commission Head
On November 15, Armenia’s National Assembly convened to discuss the election of the Chairman of the Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC). The government has nominated Mesrop Mesropyan to fill the vacant position. The parliamentary opposition expressed skepticism regarding the proposed…