Legislative restrictions on PM’s term
IN December 2019, the then Pakatan Harapan government tabled the Constitutional (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2009 aimed at limiting the prime minister's tenure to a maximum of two parliamentary terms.
Court reinstates impeached PM
THE court has overturned Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's (pic) impeachment, reinstating him as the acting leader as the country waits for a separate verdict on President Yoon Suk-yeol's political fate.
Sovereign fund Danantara Indonesia names 'dream team' of former presidents, Sachs, Dalio and ex-Thai PM Thaksin
New sovereign fund Danantara Indonesia unveiled on Monday what it called a "dream team" to chart its strategy, including ex-presidents as well as advisory roles for top finance experts.
Asean News Headlines at 10pm on Thursday (March 20, 2025)
Here's a look at the news highlights from Asean countries in the Star-AseanPlus section for Thursday (March 20, 2025)
Slovak PM Fico rebuilds parliamentary majority, shoring up government
(Reuters) - Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico strengthened his hold over parliament on Wednesday, winning back more rebel lawmakers to fully restore a lost majority after disputes and defections had hampered his government in recent months.
Everyone has a role to play to ensure a safe digital ecosystem, says PM
PETALING JAYA: Cybersecurity threats are prevalent in today's digital age and everyone, including the government, the private sector and the public, has a role to play to ensure a safer digital space, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibahim.
Azalina's appointment reflects recognition of Malaysia's role in fight against corruption, PM tells Parliament
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said's appointment as International Anti-Corruption Academy chairman reflects Malaysia's recognised role in addressing corruption at a global level, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
PM Anwar congratulates Prabowo on appointment as Indonesia's new President
JAKARTA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated Prabowo Subianto on his appointment as the new President of Indonesia on Sunday (Oct 20).
Thai Opposition explains reasons for submitting no-confidence motion against PM
Opposition Leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut submitted a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra under Section 151 of the Constitution at Parliament on Thursday (Feb 27).
Thai court dismisses PM Srettha over cabinet appointment
BANGKOK: Thailand's Constitutional Court on Wednesday (Aug 14) dismissed Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin for appointing to his cabinet a former lawyer who served jail time, raising the spectre of more political upheaval and a reset of the governing alliance.
Thai PM Srettha says his explanation to charter court ready for submission
BANGKOK: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin (pic) said on Friday (June 7) that he had signed the submission of his explanation to the Constitutional Court concerning the appointment of Phichit Chuenban as PM's Office Minister.
Don't question Tajuddin's appointment as ambassador, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob says there is no need to question Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman’s appointment as ambassador to Indonesia.
Thai PM Paetongtarn backs Malaysian Asean 2025 chairmanship
KUALA LUMPUR: Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra (pic) fully supports Malaysia's 2025 Asean Chairmanship, commending its theme of "Inclusivity and Sustainability" as timely and aligned with Asean's collective priorities.
Proposal to split religious affairs portfolio was a personal statement, says PM
PUCHONG: Proposal to split the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) portfolio was an individual statement by the Raub MP, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
PM: No plan to split religious affairs duties
PUCHONG: The suggestion to split the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) portfolio was only a personal statement by the Raub MP, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
PM's Dept to propose a syariah judicial appointments commission, says Mohd Na'im
PUTRAJAYA: The Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) will propose establishing a Syariah judicial appointments commission, said its minister Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar.
Anwar congratulates Wong on appointment as Singapore's PM
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulated Lawrence Wong on the latter’s appointment as Singapore’s new Prime Minister and invited him to visit Malaysia soon.
Forty Thai senators seek PM's dismissal over cabinet appointment
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Forty caretaker senators on Friday petitioned Thailand's Constitutional Court to dismiss Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin over a cabinet appointment which they say breaches the constitution.
Forty Thai senators seek PM’s dismissal over cabinet appointment
FORTY caretaker senators on Friday petitioned the nation’s Constitutional Court to dismiss Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin over a cabinet appointment which they say breaches the constitution.
PM faces removal bid over minister’s appointment
The country’s Constitutional Court accepted a complaint seeking to remove Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin from office for giving a ministerial position to a former lawyer with a criminal conviction.
