South China Sea
US to send advanced military hardware to Philippines
During Manila visit, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth reiterates U.S. support for Philippines’ territorial defense.
Myanmar
Myanmar pardons four Thai fishermen, expecting release soon: Thai PM
Neither the Thai nor Myanmar governments have said what date they will leave Myanmar.
Korea
Russia’s Putin says North Korea, China should join Ukraine ceasefire talks
The remark came amid reports that preparations are under way for North Korean leader’s visit to Russia this year.
Pacific
Hegseth: US committed to defense of Pacific territories against China
Defense Secretary reiterates US committed to defense of its Pacific territories.
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Myanmar
Powerful earthquake hits Myanmar and Thailand, killing more than 150 people
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake toppled buildings across Myanmar, which is wracked a 4-year civil war.
Tibet
Bhutan’s refers to Tibet as Beijing-preferred ‘Xizang,’ sparking pushback
Tibetan advocates say the term advances China’s efforts to erase Tibet’s identity
Myanmar
PHOTOS: From Bangkok to Mandalay, scenes of destruction from a deadly quake
Dozens are killed in central Myanmar as buildings collapse. A high-rise under construction fell in Bangkok.
Uyghur
Uyghur rapper was imprisoned in China for ‘extremist’ lyrics, rights group says
Yashar Shohret, a former White Paper protester, has been missing since his 2023 arrest.
Vietnam
Vietnam arrests Khmer Krom monk and 2 activists under vague law
The Venerable Kim Som Rinh has long been a vocal advocate for the group’s indigenous rights.
Asia
Radio Free Asia files lawsuit against US administration to restore funding
RFA’s federal grant was terminated on March 15 putting in doubt its future reporting on China and other authoritari
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