An old poster is seen of suspected Eastern Indonesia Mujahideen militants wanted by the authorities; Ali Kalora is pictured top left.

Indonesian Security Forces Kill Islamic State-Linked Group’s Elusive Top Man

MIT militant outfit now reduced to 4 people after deaths of Ali Kalora and his follower, police say.

Chinese Survey Ship Lingers in Indonesian EEZ, Data Shows

Chinese Survey Ship Lingers in Indonesian EEZ, Data Shows

Jakarta says it sent navy ships to North Natuna Sea on routine patrols.

Indonesian Police Kill Rebel in Clash Before Deadly Insurgent Attack

Indonesian Police Kill Rebel in Clash Before Deadly Insurgent Attack

A nurse died this week as she tried to flee from attack at health clinic.

Philippine Priest Exhumes 8 Drug War Victims’ Remains from Cemeteries

Philippine Priest Exhumes 8 Drug War Victims’ Remains from Cemeteries

Their families were unable to pay when their grave leases expired.

Philippines: Duterte will not Cooperate with ICC’s Drug War Deaths Probe

Philippines: Duterte will not Cooperate with ICC’s Drug War Deaths Probe

The president’s lawyer says The Hague-based court has no jurisdiction since the nation withdrew from accord.

Indonesia: South Korean Firms Break Ground on Electric Vehicle Battery Plant

Indonesia: South Korean Firms Break Ground on Electric Vehicle Battery Plant

Project is tied to effort to develop Jakarta as regional hub for batteries, electric vehicles.

ICC Judges Approve Probe of Deaths Linked to Philippine Drug War

ICC Judges Approve Probe of Deaths Linked to Philippine Drug War

The court found killings met the “specific legal element of the crime against humanity.”

COVID-19 Delays Handover of Former Rebels’ Weapons in Southern Philippines

COVID-19 Delays Handover of Former Rebels’ Weapons in Southern Philippines

Process expected to be completed by 2024 if pandemic wanes, president’s chief peace adviser says.

Thai Parliamentary Panel: Shooter of Teen in Coma May Have Police Link

Thai Parliamentary Panel: Shooter of Teen in Coma May Have Police Link

Photo shows gunman, others on police station premises, fact-finders say.

Southeast Asian Nations Cautious over Australia’s Trilateral Defense Pact

Southeast Asian Nations Cautious over Australia’s Trilateral Defense Pact

The “historic” agreement with the U.S. and U.K. is thought to counter China’s regional influence.

Indonesian Court Finds Jokowi Negligent in Jakarta Air Pollution Case

Indonesian Court Finds Jokowi Negligent in Jakarta Air Pollution Case

Capital’s governor says he is ready to carry out order to ensure clean air for city.

Thai Police Step Up Arrests of Pro-Democracy Activists, Including of Children

Thai Police Step Up Arrests of Pro-Democracy Activists, Including of Children

This week, 12-year-old boy watching protests was hauled away.

Indonesian Navy Sends Ship to Tail Chinese Survey Vessel, Data Show

Indonesian Navy Sends Ship to Tail Chinese Survey Vessel, Data Show

The Haiyang Dizhi has been surveying an oil and gas field in Indonesia’s EEZ since Aug. 31.

Philippine Police Capture Alleged Abu Sayyaf Member Linked to Beheadings

Philippine Police Capture Alleged Abu Sayyaf Member Linked to Beheadings

Suspect had evaded arrest for two decades after gruesome killings of farm workers on Basilan island, police say.

China Adds Ship to South China Sea Patrol Fleet

China Adds Ship to South China Sea Patrol Fleet

Haixun 03 will be deployed under the Hainan Maritime Safety Administration.

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