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These are sample stories on Asia which we track on a daily basis. The sources and links to the stories, which are available online, are acknowledged and listed. Where any of these stories require paid subscription to access, we've listed only the portion which the site allows.



Malaysia: Agong gives parliament nod to convene

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PARLIAMENT may convene during a state of emergency, said Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al Mustafa Billah Shah. In a statement on 24 Feb 21, comptroller of the Royal Household Ahmad Fadil Shamsuddin said

India says virus variants not behind upsurge in cases

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India said on 23 Feb 21 mutated versions of coronavirus were not responsible for an upsurge in cases in two states, a potential relief for a country where mask-wearing and social distancing have largely disappeared.

Thailand: PM brushes aside reshuffle rumours

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The government is working to patch up internal rifts in the aftermath of last week’s censure debate amid Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha’s repeated denials of an imminent cabinet reshuffle. Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon, who

Malaysia: Opposition reps press for Parliament to reconvene

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OPPOSITION lawmakers on the emergency committee to advise Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the Covid-19 situation in the country said they pushed to lift Parliament’s suspension at their first meeting on 18 Feb 21. The three

Malaysia: Umno AGM set on 27, 28 Mar 21

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THE Umno General Assembly 2020 will be held on 27 and 28 Mar 21, said party secretary-general Ahmad Maslan. In a statement on 23 Feb 21, Ahmad said the Umno Supreme Council had decided to