Korea
Analysis: Kim Jong Un’s daughter steps into ‘successor spotlight’
North Korea leader is signaling daughter Ju Ae as likely successor, Seoul spy agency says.
Vietnam
Analysis: Nepal’s protests are being closely watched in Vietnam
A communist party-led system shows cracks, challenging Vietnam’s decades-old narrative.
South China Sea
China says it will create nature reserve on disputed Scarborough Shoal
Philippine officials call the plan a “clear pretext for occupation” of the South China Sea atoll.
Myanmar
Myanmar election results expected at end of January, official says
The details come as officials contend with opposition groups and prosecute election critics.
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China
A Chinese international student and activist goes missing during a trip home
Zhang “Tara” Yadi disappeared on July 30. Rights groups fear she will face national security charges on Tibet.
South China Sea
Chinese, Philippine ships collide in South China Sea
Officials traded accusations as tensions rise near the disputed Scarborough Shoal.
Cambodia
Thai security forces clash with Cambodian protesters at disputed border
Tear gas and rubber bullets threatens a fragile truce reached in July.
China
Hong Kong to ‘fast-track’ mega-project near border
The new hub would aim to house businesses and 2.5 million people between Hong Kong and Shenzhen.
Korea
North Koreans have grown more repressed, fearful in the past decade, U.N. report says
“No other population is under such restrictions in today’s world,” human rights researchers said.
China
Hong Kong legislature rejects bill on same-sex partnerships
The measure followed a ruling requiring the government to create a legal framework for recognizing same-sex unions.
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