Politics · July 2026

The Philippines on July 6 began an impeachment trial in Manila against Vice President Sara Duterte over an alleged assassination plot, with the case involving the powerful Duterte political dynasty. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Indonesia, where he was escorted by fighter jets and welcomed by President Prabowo Subianto at the airport. Indonesia and Singapore vowed that the Strait of Malacca will remain accessible, with both countries stating the key oil passage will not be blocked. Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department opened an e-service portal for 2025/2026 income tax returns. The appeal of Hirunika Premachandra against her abduction conviction in Sri Lanka is scheduled to be heard on August 6.