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English Newsletter September 28

English Newsletter September 28 Are the Houthis the new Hezbollah? Al Majalla unpacked this question in last week’s cover story.

  • Houthis transformed into Iran's bargaining chip in Yemen conflict
  • US-China summit extends trade truce due to lack of trust
  • Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand on trade war impact

Losing Office in the Heat of Battle

Several ministers lost their posts while still on duty. One was preparing an Independence Day commemoration at Puncak Carstensz

  • Finance Minister Prijadi Praptosuhardjo dismissed during June 12, 2001 meeting
  • President Gus Dur reshuffled cabinet without informing Prijadi beforehand
  • Prijadi's dismissal linked to fuel price increase decision

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