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Myanmar trafficked teen beaten but alive in Myanmar casino
Myanmar trafficked teen beaten but alive in Myanmar casino 2023-08-04

She was beaten and taken to a second location, though her whereabouts were unknown.

Bangsamoro leader: Militants endanger efforts to disarm ex-MILF guerrillas in southern Philippines
Bangsamoro leader: Militants endanger efforts to disarm ex-MILF guerrillas in southern Philippines 2023-08-04

Murad Ebrahim welcomed 1,300 former combatants during a ceremony marking last phase of process to decommission fighters.

Bangladesh polls body asks Facebook’s parent to remove ‘disinformation’ in election run-up
Bangladesh polls body asks Facebook’s parent to remove ‘disinformation’ in election run-up 2023-08-03

Rival parties in South Asian nation are known for spreading false information via social media.

Can the Anwar govt hang on in Malaysia?
Can the Anwar govt hang on in Malaysia? 2023-08-03

Results of six state assembly polls on Aug. 12 may well decide that.

Philippines defense chief orders upgrades at military bases speeded up
Philippines defense chief orders upgrades at military bases speeded up 2023-08-03

The nine sites fall under an expanded defense agreement with the United States.

Thai deadlock deepens as Parliament again postpones vote for PM
Thai deadlock deepens as Parliament again postpones vote for PM 2023-08-03

Vote will happen after court rules on a petition about Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, house speaker says.

US issues environmental warning about Chinese company’s reclamation projects in Manila Bay
US issues environmental warning about Chinese company’s reclamation projects in Manila Bay 2023-08-02

Washington has blacklisted the China Communications Construction Co. for assisting Chinese military construction in South China Sea.

Indonesian Islamic school leader detained on blasphemy charge after Muslim groups protest
Indonesian Islamic school leader detained on blasphemy charge after Muslim groups protest 2023-08-02

Boarding school’s head was under fire for alleged un-Islamic practices such as mixed-gender prayer.

Thailand’s top vote-winning party ousted from coalition trying to form govt
Thailand’s top vote-winning party ousted from coalition trying to form govt 2023-08-02

Pheu Thai will nominate Srettha Thavisin as its candidate for prime minister.

Thai police seek arrest warrants for couple over deadly warehouse explosion
Thai police seek arrest warrants for couple over deadly warehouse explosion 2023-08-01

A man who pulled neighbors from rubble lost five relatives including his father, two sisters.

Philippine lawmaker wanted over killing of Marcos ally named a ‘terrorist’ by govt
Philippine lawmaker wanted over killing of Marcos ally named a ‘terrorist’ by govt 2023-08-01

Arnolfo Teves, who is on the run, is suspected in connection with the assassination of a rival politician in Negros Oriental.

Solomon Islands newspaper promised positive China coverage in exchange for funding
Solomon Islands newspaper promised positive China coverage in exchange for funding 2023-08-01

The Solomon Star owners agreed to promote China as the “most generous and trusted development partner.”

Philippine Senate passes resolution condemning China over South China Sea harassment
Philippine Senate passes resolution condemning China over South China Sea harassment 2023-08-01

Urges government to raise issue at United Nations General Assembly.

Bangladesh wants UNHCR to pay $7M for transfers of imported vehicles
Bangladesh wants UNHCR to pay $7M for transfers of imported vehicles 2023-07-31

Meanwhile, the revenue board’s decision to freeze U.N. agency’s imports could harm Rohingya relief efforts, analyst warns.

Hundreds in need of aid at Indian border after junta airstrike in Myanmar
Hundreds in need of aid at Indian border after junta airstrike in Myanmar 2023-07-31

Indian authorities are turning away would-be refugees, citing conflict in Manipur state.

El Niño effect: Indonesian military to escort food aid to famine-hit Papua area
El Niño effect: Indonesian military to escort food aid to famine-hit Papua area 2023-07-31

Puncak regency faces drought after cold snap killed crops, as El Niño phenomenon causes extreme weather conditions.

Wild tiger populations grow in India and Bhutan
Wild tiger populations grow in India and Bhutan 2023-07-31

Experts say Bangladesh is emerging as a major trafficking hub.

Thaksin’s imminent return stirs hope, anxiety in Thailand
Thaksin’s imminent return stirs hope, anxiety in Thailand 2023-07-31

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra plans to return on Aug. 10 after 15 years of self-imposed exile.

Philippine military chief sees ‘total victory’ against southern militants before 2024
Philippine military chief sees ‘total victory’ against southern militants before 2024 2023-07-31

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. last week lifted emergency across Mindanao, touting significant gains in restoring peace.

EU says it backs Manila in South China Sea dispute with Beijing
EU says it backs Manila in South China Sea dispute with Beijing 2023-07-31

European Commission leader says bloc members are ready to strengthen maritime cooperation with Philippines.

Pacific climate campaigner resigns as Tuvalu foreign minister
Pacific climate campaigner resigns as Tuvalu foreign minister 2023-07-30

Simon Kofe became synonymous with climate activism after recording a viral video for a 2021 U.N. climate change conference.

Sale of dog and cat meat banned at infamous Tomohon “extreme” market
2023-07-28

Good news for animal lovers - the sale of dog and cat meat at an infamous Indonesian market has been banned. The Tomohon “extreme” market has gone viral for ...

Bangladesh’s BNP stages huge protest, plays exiled leader’s phone call to supporters
Bangladesh’s BNP stages huge protest, plays exiled leader’s phone call to supporters 2023-07-28

A court has banned airing or publishing speeches by London-based Tarique Rahman, the opposition party’s acting chairman.

The seed bank in the Philippines safeguarding the world’s rice.
2023-07-28

Rice lovers, we have good news and bad news. The bad news is – climate change is going to affect rice production. The world’s favorite grain might disappear ...

Indonesian president secures billions in investment pledges during China visit
Indonesian president secures billions in investment pledges during China visit 2023-07-28

Biggest deal is a commitment from one of the world’s largest glass makers, Xinyi.

US convicts Burmese national in conspiracy to attack Myanmar envoy to UN
US convicts Burmese national in conspiracy to attack Myanmar envoy to UN 2023-07-28

Phyo Hein Htut faces up to five years in prison for role in 2021 plot.

Philippine crews rescue survivors of deadly boat accident in typhoon’s wake
Philippine crews rescue survivors of deadly boat accident in typhoon’s wake 2023-07-27

The Princess Ava, carrying 70 people, overturned in rough waters in Laguna de Bay, a large lake.

American Democrats question proposed part of AUKUS deal
American Democrats question proposed part of AUKUS deal 2023-07-27

Their concerns about relaxing arms-export controls come as the US secretaries of state and defense visit Australia.

Lloyd Austin: US not seeking permanent military base in Papua New Guinea
Lloyd Austin: US not seeking permanent military base in Papua New Guinea 2023-07-27

An agreement signed in May gives the U.S. military unrestricted access to develop and deploy forces from the Pacific island nation.

China floats joint military drills with Philippines
China floats joint military drills with Philippines 2023-07-27

The proposal will be studied, the Philippine military chief said.

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