Australia

Philippine officials release footage of sea standoff, as senator pushes for inquiry

A senator called Wednesday for an inquiry into how the Philippines could strengthen control of its South China Sea territory,…

1 year ago

Pacific island countries facing faster sea level rise, UN says

The low-lying Pacific islands face severe threats due to rising sea levels, which are increasing quicker than anticipated, while heightened…

1 year ago

Will US break APEC rules if Hong Kong leader barred from summit?

Chinese authorities claimed that it would be a “violation of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) rules” if the United States bars…

1 year ago

Did US falsify medal tally in the 2023 World Aquatics Championships?

A screenshot taken from a broadcast of the 2023 World Aquatics Championships has been repeatedly shared in Chinese-language social media…

1 year ago

Activist says he’ll continue to struggle for democracy in Vietnam

Radio Free Asia interviewed 74-year-old Australian citizen and democracy activist Chau Van Kham after his release from a Vietnamese prison…

1 year ago

Democrats question proposed part of AUKUS deal

A key part of the AUKUS security pact aiming to create a “seamless” defense industry across Australia, the United Kingdom…

1 year ago

Deep-sea mining has long-lasting impact on marine ecosystems, research shows

A deep-sea mining test that lasted only two hours might have decreased fish and shrimp populations in the surrounding vicinity…

1 year ago

Hong Kong warrants spark fears of widening ‘long-arm’ political enforcement by China

Concerns are growing that China could start using the Interpol "red notice" arrest warrant system to target anyone overseas, of…

1 year ago

Tibetan political leader calls for ‘true autonomy’ within China in Australian address

Tibetans would willingly accept Chinese rule if granted true autonomy by Beijing, the leader of Tibet’s government-in-exile said Wednesday. “If…

2 years ago

China’s president meets top US diplomat in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the Great Hall of the People on…

2 years ago

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