Large segments of Philippines society, not least the defense establishment, have issues with Duterte's pro-China stance.

Salvadorans in Taiwan reflect on their president's decision to switch diplomatic recognition to Beijing.

China reportedly agreed to provide more than US$27 billion in financing for a port in El Salvador.

El Salvador becomes the third country this year to switch diplomatic recognition to China.

India, Japan and the US all have different ideas about what the Indo-Pacific means, casting doubt over its future as a concept.

Taiwan's dwindling diplomatic partnerships remain essential to its future.

One year after the outbreak of the crisis the Rohingya are no closer to a resolution.

By extending into Latin America, China's Belt and Road is filling a vacuum for much-needed local infrastructure. However, environmental and labor concerns linger.

The Brokpa, of the remote Monyul area of India's Arunachal Pradesh, maintain a centuries-old yak herding tradition despite the threats of climate change, Chinese control over Tibet, and the growing allure of modern life.

Taiwan is shifting its diplomatic strategy to promote the economic development and welfare of its allies.

Chinese investment is fueling a luxury housing boom that does nothing for the needs of ordinary Cambodians.

China's efforts to conflate race and national identity could have dangerous ramifications.

Under President Duterte, drug enforcement and attacks on environmental and indigenous defenders shake families and leave even the innocent fearing for their lives.

ASEAN nations have made great strides towards humanitarian cooperation in recent years.