Thailand's protesters won their struggle over the amnesty bill, but that hasn't stopped them protesting.
Category: South-East Asia
Thais battle over amnesty
Thailand's prime minister has been trying to get an amnesty approved for political offenders, principally her brother, but it's backfired rather badly.
Dragging God (or Allah) into politics
Is Allah an exclusively Muslim God, or can he be a Christian God as well? The answer, funnily enough, comes down to politics.
An ominous but hopeful anniversary
Burma commemorates the failed revolution of 1988 in a new spirit of openness.
Big opposition gains in Cambodia
Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen has been returned to government, but only narrowly. A much-strengthened opposition will now be well placed to demand institutional change.
One weekend, four elections
The weekend's four elections, in Kuwait, Cambodia, Northern Cyprus and Mali, make an interesting set of contrasts.
Another election roundup
Tying up some loose ends from recent electoral events, plus an advance look at next month's Iranian election.
Some Malaysian numbers to ponder
An analysis of Malaysia's electoral results shows how the government won. (Hint: it wasn't by winning more votes.)
A dubious victory for Malaysia’s government
Prime minister Najib Tun Razak has been re-elected in Malaysia, but even with all the advantages of a compliant electoral system it's doubtful whether he won the majority of votes.
Election preview: Malaysia
Tomorrow brings what is probably Malaysia's most competitive ever election. As usual, Australia's support for democracy is at best lukewarm.
The World is Not Enough 