South Asia

Malaysian FM: ‘Junta should be more open to ASEAN proposals’

The Myanmar junta should do more to help ASEAN deliver humanitarian aid across the turmoil-hit country, Malaysia’s top diplomat said…

2 years ago

China, ASEAN to hold South China Sea code of conduct talks this month

China and countries from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will conduct face-to-face consultations on a Code of Conduct…

2 years ago

For two North Korean escapees, losing local elections in the UK feels like a victory

Timothy Cho and Jihyun Park are not typical British politicians. Their route to becoming candidates for the Conservative and Unionist…

2 years ago

Bridge in disputed territory between China and India sparks concern

A bridge being built by China across Pangong Lake in a disputed section of northwest India could further inflame tensions…

2 years ago

Chinese censors go after ‘last generation’ references on social media platforms

Censors backed by the ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) have deleted references to a viral video that spawned the "last…

2 years ago

Economics and hotspots Myanmar and Ukraine on agenda of US-ASEAN Summit final day

Vice President Kamala Harris offered Southeast Asian leaders maritime security assistance to address “threats to international rules and norms” as the…

2 years ago

China slams planned US economic framework as Biden hosts SE Asian leaders

Beijing has slammed the U.S.-proposed Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), calling it an attempt by Washington to lure Southeast Asian countries…

2 years ago

North Korea confirms first COVID-19 cases and at least 1 death

North Korea acknowledged its first confirmed COVID-19 cases and at least one death from the disease on Thursday, after more…

2 years ago

Myanmar political crisis takes center stage on day 1 of US-ASEAN Summit

The ongoing upheaval in Myanmar took center stage on the first day of a U.S.-ASEAN Summit in Washington, as fellow…

2 years ago

Flying footwear, fawning ‘fans’ for rare Washington visit by Cambodia PM Hun Sen

Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Sen, making his first visit to Washington, got a taste of the dissent he has completely…

2 years ago

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