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Reeling them in
Reeling them in 2024-06-26
New Indonesian study spotlights how female terror victims suffer in many ways
New Indonesian study spotlights how female terror victims suffer in many ways 2024-06-26

Indonesia’s Komnas Perempuan highlighted trauma, social stigma faced by women who survive attacks.

What do 24-hour mamaks mean to Malaysians?
2024-06-25

There have been calls to close 24-hour eateries like mamak restaurants by midnight to reduce obesity in Malaysia. But these mamaks hold a special place in ...

Education, business expansion push Chinese nationals to buy Malaysian properties
Education, business expansion push Chinese nationals to buy Malaysian properties 2024-06-25

Nearly 25,000 Chinese have taken advantage of the Malaysia My Second Home program offering long-term visas.

China deploys ‘monster’ ship near disputed shoal
China deploys ‘monster’ ship near disputed shoal 2024-06-25

The deployment of China Coast Guard ship 5901 follows a tense sea encounter between Filipino sailors and Chinese personnel.

Indonesia grapples with a surge in illegal online gambling
Indonesia grapples with a surge in illegal online gambling 2024-06-25

Internet gambling has exploded in Indonesia, facilitated by the accessibility and anonymity of digital platforms.

Thai police detain 26,000 migrant workers from Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia
Thai police detain 26,000 migrant workers from Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia 2024-06-24

The raids come amid an influx of workers from neighboring countries fleeing war, economic hardship.

Malaysia advances in US State Dept’s world rankings for anti-human trafficking efforts
Malaysia advances in US State Dept’s world rankings for anti-human trafficking efforts 2024-06-24

A Bangladeshi and a Filipino are among 10 heroes honored in Washington for efforts to help “thousands of people.”

Philippines won’t publicize resupply mission schedule to disputed shoal
Philippines won’t publicize resupply mission schedule to disputed shoal 2024-06-24

Manila’s defense chief criticizes Chinese coast guard’s “aggressive, illegal use of force” in recent standoff with Philippine navy personnel.

Philippine court clears arch Duterte critic de Lima in final narcotics case
Philippine court clears arch Duterte critic de Lima in final narcotics case 2024-06-24

“I can sleep more soundly at night,” former Sen. Leila de Lima said after a Metro Manila court ruled in her favor.

On Vietnam visit, US official warns of ‘irresponsible’ China
On Vietnam visit, US official warns of ‘irresponsible’ China 2024-06-24

U.S. Assistant State Secretary Daniel Kritenbrink went to Hanoi in the wake of a visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin.

More unrest in New Caledonia after detained Kanak activists sent to France
More unrest in New Caledonia after detained Kanak activists sent to France 2024-06-24

Violence has continued in New Caledonia despite France sending hundreds more police and troops.

Vietnam asks Philippines to respect its interests, consult on sea boundary
Vietnam asks Philippines to respect its interests, consult on sea boundary 2024-06-21

Manila is seeking to extend its continental shelf in the South China Sea.

Manila dismisses calls to invoke defense treaty with Washington over sea encounter
Manila dismisses calls to invoke defense treaty with Washington over sea encounter 2024-06-21

Philippine official asserts recent clash does not constitute an “armed attack” under treaty terms.

Filipino-Palestinian families rebuild lives in the Philippines
2024-06-21

Discover the inspiring journey of over a dozen Filipino-Palestinian families, resettling in the Philippines and rebuilding their lives through the art of ...

Australia pays growing price to keep Papua New Guinea on side
Australia pays growing price to keep Papua New Guinea on side 2024-06-21

“Budget support” loans to PNG since 2020 total nearly A$2.6 billion, says Australia’s foreign affairs department.

Malaysia’s tech sector risks putting itself in US crosshairs
Malaysia’s tech sector risks putting itself in US crosshairs 2024-06-20

China, meanwhile, has invested in the Southeast Asian nation as its own domestic market slows.

China’s No. 2 wraps up Malaysia trip, marks golden jubilee of ties
China’s No. 2 wraps up Malaysia trip, marks golden jubilee of ties 2024-06-20

Premier Li Qiang praised Malaysia’s diplomatic independence, while Beijing and Kuala Lumpur strengthened trade and economic relations.

Philippines demands return of firearms confiscated by Chinese during sea encounter
Philippines demands return of firearms confiscated by Chinese during sea encounter 2024-06-19

Military chief likens the Chinese to pirates.

Philippine VP Sara Duterte resigns from Marcos cabinet
Philippine VP Sara Duterte resigns from Marcos cabinet 2024-06-19

Cracks in the alliance between the Duterte and Marcos political clans have been widening since January.

4 killed, hundreds flee as Indonesian military battles Papuan fighters
4 killed, hundreds flee as Indonesian military battles Papuan fighters 2024-06-19

Many tens of thousands of people remain displaced in the Papuan provinces from years of conflict.

Tears of joy as Thailand passes bill legalizing same-sex unions
2024-06-18

Thailand becomes the first Southeast Asian nation to legalize same-sex marriage after Senate approval. Watch Matcha Phornin and her wife Veerawan Wanna in ...

Thai Senate adoption clinches passage of historic bill legalizing same-sex unions
Thai Senate adoption clinches passage of historic bill legalizing same-sex unions 2024-06-18

The bill, approved by the House in March, goes to the king for his signature.

Malaysia marks 50 years of ties with China, announces plan to join BRICS
Malaysia marks 50 years of ties with China, announces plan to join BRICS 2024-06-18

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has arrived for a three-day state visit.

Philippine court convicts 4 police officers for killings in Duterte drug war
Philippine court convicts 4 police officers for killings in Duterte drug war 2024-06-18

Victims’ families see convictions as “partial victory” in holding former president accountable for bloody anti-drug campaign.

Ex-Thai PM Thaksin granted bail in day of politically charged court hearings
Ex-Thai PM Thaksin granted bail in day of politically charged court hearings 2024-06-18

Thaksin Shinawatra, a billionaire telecoms tycoon, was officially indicted for insulting the monarchy.

Arakan Army tells residents to evacuate ahead of western Myanmar city battle
Arakan Army tells residents to evacuate ahead of western Myanmar city battle 2024-06-17

A battle for the administrative center of Maungdaw township follows the recent seizure of nearby junta camps.

Prabowo’s pledge to prioritize energy security stirs environmentalist concerns in Indonesia
Prabowo’s pledge to prioritize energy security stirs environmentalist concerns in Indonesia 2024-06-17

The president-elect says he will maintain efforts to boost domestic industries, convert forests into plantations.

Expect parliamentary sub-committee to make bold peace recommendations for Thai Deep South
Expect parliamentary sub-committee to make bold peace recommendations for Thai Deep South 2024-06-17

Progressive committee members will likely call for confronting issues at the root of the conflict, analyst Don Pathan writes.

Papua New Guinea head count begins amid census preparation concerns
Papua New Guinea head count begins amid census preparation concerns 2024-06-17

Ability of the government to deliver services is hampered and confidence in the electoral process undermined by inaccurate population figures.

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