Myanmar
Leader of rebel army detained in China’s Yunnan province
Beijing is seeking the withdrawal of anti-junta forces from Lashio, a major trading town near the Chinese border.
China
EXPLAINED: Who are the Hong Kong 47?
The Hong Kong High Court will hand down sentences to 47 democracy activists in the city's first political trial.
Myanmar
Myanmar military steps up airstrikes in Shan state, Mandalay; dozens of casualties
Insurgents groups expect intensified attacks in the dry season as junta forces attempt to re-take ground
Vietnam
Vietnam police arrest 8 people during violent protest
They were trying to stop construction of a road across farmland.
China
Hong Kong jails 45 democracy activists for up to 10 years
Critics say trial on subversion charges under Beijing-imposed law sounds death knell for city’s freedom.
Vietnam
Vietnam receives first US military aircraft
The delivery of 5 Beechcraft training aircraft points to potential future arms deals.
China
Taiwan to buy $2.2 bln of US weapons after Trump urged more spending
US President-elect Donald Trump said Taiwan must contribute more financially if it seeks continued US protection.
Korea
Biden adding ‘fuel to fire’ with Ukraine missile decision: Kremlin
Media reported the U.S. weapons were likely to be initially used against Russian and North Korean troops.
Laos
Laos cracks down on imports of unlabeled goods
But residents say the products will continue to enter the country unless the government tackles border corruption.
China
Xi says he’s ready to work with Trump
Beijing has concerns over Trump trade policies but is ready to cooperate for better ties.
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