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Indonesia: 21 Arrested after Mob Attacks Ahmadiyya Mosque
Indonesia: 21 Arrested after Mob Attacks Ahmadiyya Mosque 2021-09-07

Conflict with local Muslims was building for months, with Ahmadi congregation requesting police protection.

Archive Find could Hurt China’s ‘Historic’ Claim to Paracel Islands
Archive Find could Hurt China’s ‘Historic’ Claim to Paracel Islands 2021-09-07

In 1899 letter, Chinese government “refused compensation” for copper theft in the South China Sea.

Philippines: Health Workers in Canoes Bring Vaccines to Rural Communities
Philippines: Health Workers in Canoes Bring Vaccines to Rural Communities 2021-09-08

Villagers who travel for work have been bringing the virus home, local mayor says.

Southeast Asian Nations, Bangladesh Hope Permanent Taliban Govt More Inclusive Than Interim One
Southeast Asian Nations, Bangladesh Hope Permanent Taliban Govt More Inclusive Than Interim One 2021-09-08

Caretaker administration announced Tuesday is all male, majority Pashtun and 100 percent Taliban.

Four Alleged Communist Rebels Killed in in Southern Philippine Clash
Four Alleged Communist Rebels Killed in in Southern Philippine Clash 2021-09-09

Meanwhile, government taps controversial anti-communist general as national security adviser.

Malaysian Mothers Win Landmark Case against Discriminatory Citizenship Law
Malaysian Mothers Win Landmark Case against Discriminatory Citizenship Law 2021-09-09

Children born overseas to Malaysian mothers with foreign spouses are now eligible for citizenship.

Southeast Asian Nations Find it Tough to Reduce Delta Variant Infections
Southeast Asian Nations Find it Tough to Reduce Delta Variant Infections 2021-09-09

Thailand to follow Malaysia in discontinuing use of Chinese COVID-19 vaccine amid low efficacy reports.

Philippine Analysts: Pandemic Corruption Scandal Won’t Derail Duterte’s Electoral Plans
Philippine Analysts: Pandemic Corruption Scandal Won’t Derail Duterte’s Electoral Plans 2021-09-09

Filipinos tend to have short memories about government controversies, analysts say.

New Malaysian PM Offers Political Reforms to Gain Opposition Support
New Malaysian PM Offers Political Reforms to Gain Opposition Support 2021-09-10

Attempt may be futile if government gives key role, as reports say, to ex-PM Najib Razak.

US Lifts Ban on Malaysian Glove Maker Barred for Forced Labor
US Lifts Ban on Malaysian Glove Maker Barred for Forced Labor 2021-09-10

Top Glove has improved living and working conditions and paid remediation to foreign workers, Washington says.

US-Philippines Defense Alliance Needs Overhaul, Manila Says
US-Philippines Defense Alliance Needs Overhaul, Manila Says 2021-09-10

With China on the rise, Filipinos unsure of U.S. reliability as an ally, defense chief says.

Thai Parliament Votes to Change Electoral System
Thai Parliament Votes to Change Electoral System 2021-09-10

The move likely will favor bigger parties at the expense of smaller ones, analysts warn.

Cambodian Workers Returning from Thailand Complain of Extended Quarantines
Cambodian Workers Returning from Thailand Complain of Extended Quarantines 2021-09-10

Some say close confinement and poor hygiene in isolation facilities are making the situation worse.

Taliban Return ‘Heartbreaking’ for Afghan Refugees in Indonesia
2021-09-11

Endless wait for resettlement drags on as hopes to return home are dashed.

Former Philippine leader Fidel Ramos dies
Former Philippine leader Fidel Ramos dies 2022-07-31

In the 1980s, he played an important role in the toppling of dictator Ferdinand E. Marcos.

US, Indonesia kick off largest-ever ‘Garuda Shield’ military exercise
US, Indonesia kick off largest-ever ‘Garuda Shield’ military exercise 2022-08-01

About 4,000 troops are taking part in two weeks of drills.

Marcos shoots down prospect of Philippines rejoining ICC
Marcos shoots down prospect of Philippines rejoining ICC 2022-08-01

Local investigators will conduct their own probe into Duterte’s drug war, the president says.

China steps up threats amid reports of unofficial Taiwan visit by Nancy Pelosi
China steps up threats amid reports of unofficial Taiwan visit by Nancy Pelosi 2022-08-01

Analysts say Beijing is unlikely to escalate to outright conflict ahead of a key political meeting in the fall.

Toothless ASEAN
Toothless ASEAN 2022-08-01
Relatives of Indonesians trafficked to Cambodia speak of abuse, grueling work
Relatives of Indonesians trafficked to Cambodia speak of abuse, grueling work 2022-08-01

Police rescued 62 who had been duped into working as cyber scammers, Indonesian Foreign Ministry says.

US Speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan to welcoming crowds, China military drills
US Speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan to welcoming crowds, China military drills 2022-08-02

China called the visit “a major political provocation” and unveiled plans for live-fire war games near Taiwan.

Philippines downplays sultan heirs’ Sabah claims as ‘private’
Philippines downplays sultan heirs’ Sabah claims as ‘private’ 2022-08-02

Last month, Malaysia’s prime minister promised to protect state-owned oil company assets against a court ruling.

Indonesia unblocks popular gaming sites, PayPal following public pressure
Indonesia unblocks popular gaming sites, PayPal following public pressure 2022-08-02

Internet freedom activists urge government to revoke regulation requiring online platforms to register for content monitoring.

Thailand, BRN rebels discuss potential 108-day truce during Buddhist Lent
Thailand, BRN rebels discuss potential 108-day truce during Buddhist Lent 2022-08-02

The two sides wrap up third round of in-person talks near Kuala Lumpur this year.

US House Speaker leaves Taiwan after visit cheers Taipei, riles China
US House Speaker leaves Taiwan after visit cheers Taipei, riles China 2022-08-03

Nancy Pelosi's visit came as the Chinese military announced live-fire drills off Taiwan’s coast.

Deep South rebels seek immunity during public consultations in peace process
Deep South rebels seek immunity during public consultations in peace process 2022-08-03

Chief negotiator for BRN rebels says they’re also weighing Thai proposal for a 108-day truce.

SE Asian govts urge superpowers to maintain peace after Pelosi Taiwan trip
SE Asian govts urge superpowers to maintain peace after Pelosi Taiwan trip 2022-08-03

Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and others reiterate One China Policy recognizing Beijing as sole government.

Expatriates circumvent Bangladesh banks to send billions home, finance minister says
Expatriates circumvent Bangladesh banks to send billions home, finance minister says 2022-08-03

Workers rely heavily on Hundi, a black market method that offers better exchange rates, for money transfers.

ASEAN ratchets up Myanmar junta criticism as Russian FM visits Naypyidaw
ASEAN ratchets up Myanmar junta criticism as Russian FM visits Naypyidaw 2022-08-03

ASEAN chairman Hun Sen says the situation in Myanmar is worse than ever since the coup.

China fires ballistic missiles into the sea off Taiwan
China fires ballistic missiles into the sea off Taiwan 2022-08-04

Analysts describe the live-fire drills as “The Fourth Taiwan Strait Crisis.”

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