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Facing China, the Philippines and U.S. Join in Biggest Military Drill Yet
After years of saying it would not choose sides, the Philippines is now asserting a need to stand up to China’s territorial moves in the…
The Young Muslims Challenging Islam’s Status Quo
A conservative religious movement, spread through social media, has taken hold among Indonesian youth. The government wants to curb its influence.
Myanmar’s Military Regime Disbands Aung San Suu Kyi’s Political Party
The junta has dissolved dozens of opposition parties ahead of the next general election, including the popular National League for Democracy.
They Shared Erotic Images in a Group Chat. The Fine: $17,000.
A couple in Singapore created a Telegram account where they posted risqué content for subscribers. They were convicted of violating nudity and obscenity laws.
U.S. to Boost Military Role in the Philippines as Fears Over Taiwan Grow
Washington and Manila announced a plan to increase American military access on four new bases in the Southeast Asian country, a strategic partner in the…
In Sweeping New Law, Indonesia Outlaws Sex Outside of Marriage
An earlier version of the bill was shelved in 2019 after tens of thousands of young people protested in the streets, arguing that the law…
Ending Days of Political Gridlock, Malaysia’s King Appoints a Prime Minister
Before Anwar Ibrahim’s selection, the country had been contending with its first hung Parliament after Saturday’s election.
Hun Sen of Cambodia Cuts G20 Trip Short After Testing Positive for Covid
The prime minister has met with more than a dozen world leaders in recent days, including President Biden, who tested negative on Tuesday.
Joko Widodo of Indonesia, Reluctant Global Statesman
The Indonesia president, who has kept his focus close to home, is seeking a bigger role on the global stage, albeit with a domestic agenda….
Shunned by the West, Russia and Myanmar Form a Partnership of Unequals
Myanmar gets resources and ammunition, while Russia gets a customer at a time when it is struggling for revenues. Both can use the other to…