Taiwanese Lawmakers Brawl in Parliament Over Reforms

Lawmakers in Taiwan engage in physical altercations in parliament over reforms, just before President-elect Lai Ching-te takes office without a legislative majority.

Panama President-elect's Cabinet Appointments

Panama President-elect Jose Raul Mulino appoints business leaders and an economist to his cabinet, promising a pro-private sector administration. The new appointments signal a focus on sound fiscal management and continuity with the economic strategy of former President Martinelli.

Panama's Incoming President Vows to Address Migration Gap

Panama's incoming president vows to shut down migration gap used by over 500,000 migrants in the last year, aiming to reduce the flow of migrants towards the U.S. border. Experts are skeptical about the effectiveness of the plan.

Indonesia's President-elect Prabowo Subianto and Venezuela's TV Song Contest

Indonesia's President-elect Prabowo Subianto faces criticism over his past ties to authoritarianism, raising concerns about potential democracy rollback. The U.S., once a supporter, later banned him for 20 years. In Venezuela, a TV song contest features songs glorifying the authoritarian president.