2021/05/31 |
Malaysia Ramps Up Harassment of Government Critics, Rights Groups Say
Rights groups say police investigations into journalists, protesters, and opposition lawmakers have picked up since the country entered a state of emergency in January.
2021/05/25 |
Taiwan Criticizes WHO “Indifference” After Summit Snub
Taiwan was not invited to world health body’s annual meeting and says it is because the WHO has given into pressure from China.
2021/05/21 |
South Korean President To Meet Biden at White House Friday
It may be Moon Jae-in’s final visit to the United States as head of state and his last chance to fulfill campaign pledges before his term ends in 2022.
2021/05/19 |
Myanmar Crisis Prompts South Koreans To Revisit 1980s Struggle for Democracy
Korean elected officials and citizens demonstrate support for Myanmar citizens four decades after South Korea’s own democratic movement.
2021/05/11 |
Can Taiwan’s Silicon Shield Protect It Against China’s Aggression?
Taiwan’s dominance in chip-making has fueled debate over its silicon shield, but an expert says the U.S. is concerned that the shield may “have holes in it” and the technology is being used by China’s military.
2021/05/05 |
Largely Spared Since 2020, Taiwan Now Grapples With Small Covid Cluster
Health officials say 26 people have been infected in a cluster that apparently began with inbound cargo aircraft pilots and spread into an airport hotel.
2021/04/28 |
Myanmar’s Anti-Junta Protesters Turning to Rebel Armies for Military Training
Ethnic Karen rebels resumed decades-long fight against Myanmar army after February 1 coup
2021/04/26 |
Pan-Southeast Asian Agreement Aims To Stop Spillover of Myanmar Violence
Association of Southeast Asian Nations issues five-point consensus calling for ‘immediate cessation’ of violence in Myanmar and ‘utmost restraint’ by all parties.
2021/04/21 |
In South Korea, Antagonism Toward China Is Growing
China’s so-called “wolf warrior” approach to diplomacy is alienating South Koreans at an alarming pace.
2021/04/16 |
Japanese PM Faces Tough Balancing Act Between US, China
Japanese Prime Minister will be the first foreign leader to meet Biden at the White House.
2021/04/09 |
Journalists on Trial for Covering Myanmar Coup
Coverage of Myanmar's coup and its aftermath is becoming increasingly risky, with at least 60 journalists arrested since junta seized power.
2021/04/05 |
China Uses Money, Diplomacy to Push Back Against US in Southeast Asia
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has held eight meetings year-to-date with counterparts in Southeast Asian countries.
2021/04/01 |
BBC Journalist Leaves China Over Concerns for His Safety
John Sudworth’s move to Taiwan comes amid China’s criticism of BBC’s domestic news coverage.
2021/03/29 |
Myanmar Communities in Taiwan Protest Military Coup After ‘Deadliest Day’
Gathered at Taipei’s Liberty Square, demonstrators sat for hours singing songs, holding anti-coup posters, and waving the Myanmar national flag.
2021/03/25 |
Chinese Diplomat’s Rhetoric in US Talks Creates Moneymaking Opportunities
After the U.S.-China meeting in Alaska, Chinese merchandisers are feeding a wave of nationalism that the talks inspired.
2021/03/15 |
Reports: At Least 39 Killed as Myanmar Imposes Martial Law in Yangon Suburb
At least 39 demonstrators were reportedly killed in Yangon’s Hlaingthaya area.