President Lee Jae Myung met with former President Moon Jae-in to discuss ruling Democratic Party (DP) unity amid factional tensions. Lee stressed internal strength and inclusive politics, while Moon called Lee the key to achieving DP unity and national unity ahead of the August party convention.
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An opinion piece criticizes Ethiopian officials for portraying the country as a victim and using a diplomatic smoke screen to normalize hostility towards Eritrea. It argues that Ethiopia's internal crises stem from ethnic cleavages, not external actors, and accuses the government of aggressive military mobilizations and disinformation campaigns regarding maritime access.
Rep. Jung Chung-rae resigned as chairman of South Korea's ruling Democratic Party on Wednesday, a move widely interpreted as paving the way for his bid to win reelection at the party's national convention in August. Floor leader Han Byung-do will act as interim party leader.
Six Lok Sabha MPs from Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) faction are set to officially join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena on Monday afternoon. This move will increase Shinde's party's strength in the Lok Sabha from seven to 13 members. The rebel MPs cite ideological differences and proximity to Congress as reasons for their defection.
West Bengal BJP leader Agnimitra Paul described recent egg-throwing incidents targeting TMC leaders as 'deemocracy,' reflecting public anger over alleged corruption and misgovernance. The incidents, including one outside Mamata Banerjee's residence, highlight growing resentment against the ruling party.
South Korea's government and ruling party will not tolerate illegal acts by protesters demanding a rerun of local elections due to ballot shortages, vowing a stern response while also seeking peaceful resolutions and electoral reform.
Senior Greek officials are considering an early election in the fall, rather than next year, due to falling support for Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis's New Democracy party amid scandals and economic woes. While polls show New Democracy leading, the party is weighing whether to call a vote before the opposition can unite.
Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party, led by PM Nikol Pashinyan, has secured a constitutional majority with 64 out of 105 seats in snap parliamentary elections. This win allows them to form the government independently and pass constitutional laws, though not amend the constitution.
Ruling party leader Jang Dong-hyuk urged Prime Minister Kim Min-seok and opposition leader Chung Jin-suk to meet and discuss nationwide by-elections and a special counsel investigation into alleged ballot shortages and errors in the recent local elections. Jang criticized the National Election Commission's handling of the situation, citing numerous instances of tied votes and vote omissions.
South Korea dispatches 2 lawmakers to Mexico as special envoys before the FIFA World Cup, to congratulate Mexico on hosting the tournament for a third time, strengthen bilateral ties, and cheer on the South Korean team.
Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party, led by PM Nikol Pashinyan, leads parliamentary elections with 49.44% of the vote, below the 50% threshold to form a government alone, based on 74.4% of polling stations reported.
The Allahabad High Court observed that Uttar Pradesh police officers prioritize loyalty to the ruling party over the Constitution, leading to compromised constitutional governance and selective law enforcement.
South Korea's progressive ruling party, the Democratic Party, is set for a leadership election in August. The recent local election results, while a victory nationwide, saw a setback in Seoul, impacting the internal power struggle for party leadership and the crucial nomination rights for the 2028 general election.
Ritabrata Banerjee's rise from an SFI leader to the Leader of Opposition in West Bengal politics is a sensational story. Expelled from CPI(M), he joined TMC, leveraging his intellectual image and trade union work, impressing Abhishek Banerjee and Mamata Banerjee.
The Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) secured a significant victory in local elections, winning 12 out of 16 mayoral and gubernatorial races, including in Busan. The DPK also maintained its parliamentary majority by winning nine out of 14 vacant National Assembly seats.
China has imposed a one-year travel ban on four New Zealand lawmakers for visiting Taiwan, citing interference in its internal affairs and disregard for Beijing's concerns. The lawmakers, including three from the ruling coalition and one from the opposition, have stated they will not apologize for the visit, which Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs defended as normal parliamentary diplomacy.
Seoul elections see the opposition securing 12 seats and the ruling party 4. Oh Se-hoon achieved a dramatic comeback victory in a closely contested race, reflecting a public sentiment that checked the ruling party's dominance and warned against regression.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party secured victories in 12 out of 18 local government seats in recent elections, a significant improvement from their previous defeat. However, their failure to win the Seoul mayoral race has led to the outcome being described as a "diminished victory."
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party secured victory in 12 out of 16 mayoral and provincial governor races in the unified local elections held on the 3rd. However, the main opposition People Power Party's candidate won in the capital, Seoul, a loss acknowledged by the ruling party.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party has secured a decisive victory in the 9th local elections, winning most administrative chief positions across various levels of government. The win strengthens the party's control over both legislative and executive branches, providing momentum for the second year of the Lee Jae-myung administration.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) has secured a sweeping victory in local elections, with voters largely supporting President Lee Jae Myung's administration. The opposition People Power Party (PPP) faces a survival challenge.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party is leading in key mayoral races, including Seoul, in the first nationwide election under President Lee Jae-myung's administration. Exit polls suggest the party is ahead in 11 out of 16 major local government areas, indicating a favorable trend for the ruling party.
Exit polls for South Korea's local elections show the ruling Democratic Party leading in 11 regions, with the opposition People Power Party ahead in only one. Four key areas, including Busan and Daegu, are too close to call.
