Philippine Coast Guard personnel are seen in rubber boats as they sail near ships believed to be manned by Chinese maritime militia at Whitsun Reef in the South China Sea, April 13-14, 2021.

Duterte: Philippines Prepared to Send Navy to Defend South China Sea Resources

There are still some Chinese ships in the area of Whitsun Reef, a security official tells BenarNews.

Philippines: Organizer Closes Community Pantry amid Accusations of Communist Links

Ana Patricia Non took the temporary measure over fears she and others might not be safe.

Bangladesh: Cases Filed against Thousands over Workers’ Violent Protest at Chinese-backed Plant

Police shot and killed five Bangladeshis who were demonstrating over wages and Ramadan-time work hours.

ASEAN Denounced for Inviting Junta Chief to Summit on Myanmar

Disinvite regime that has killed civilians and welcome elected Burmese representatives, activists and many regional analysts say.

Bangladesh: Police Shoot Dead Five Protesters at China-Financed Power Plant

Police opened fire as crowds moved to attack Chinese nationals working there, official says.

UN Urges Bangladesh to Move Rohingya to Bay of Bengal Island Gradually

Essential to shore up severe weather defenses and ensure facilities are enough for population being moved, UNHCR says.

Papuan Rebels Kill 16-Year-Old Boy for Being ‘Intelligence Agent’

High school student was fourth civilian killed by insurgents in recent days.

Indonesian Police Kill Suspect Linked to Church Suicide Bombing in Makassar

Slain man belonged to a Jamaah Ansharut Daulah militant cell, authorities say.

Violence Mars Ramadan Start in Southern Philippines

An ambush and a deadly raid on IS-linked militants mark beginning of the Islamic holy month.

Bangladesh Police to Question Leader of Hardline Muslim Group

Police have arrested hundreds of Hefazat-e-Islam members since violent demonstrations against India’s prime minister last month.

Thai Activist on Hunger Strike will not Accept ‘Justice System’

Parit “Penguin” Chiwarak says bail denials hurt his chances to gather evidence of his innocence.

Community Pantries Emerge in Philippines amid COVID-19 Surge

“We can count on no one, but each other,” says founder of a roadside pantry in Metro Manila.

Egyptian, Two Abu Sayyaf Militants Killed in Jolo: Philippines Military

Egyptian was one of five foreign militants being monitored on the southern Philippine island.

Report: Slow Reforms Could Push Former Philippine Muslim Rebels Back to Fighting

Disarmament of Moro Islamic Liberation Front members needs to be fast-tracked, International Crisis Group says.

Malaysia Expresses ‘Shock’ over Bangladesh Embassy’s Jobs Portal for Undocumented Workers

Website undermines Kuala Lumpur’s management of foreign labor, human resources minister says.

Suspected Rebels Kill 3 Civilians in Indonesia’s Papua Region

Insurgent group TPNPB tells BenarNews it was behind last week’s slaying of two teachers.

China Trademarked Hundreds of South China Sea Landmarks

The registrations were initiated seven years ago.

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Duterte: Philippines Prepared to Send Navy to Defend South China Sea Resources

Philippines: Organizer Closes Community Pantry amid Accusations of Communist Links

Bangladesh: Cases Filed against Thousands over Workers’ Violent Protest at Chinese-backed Plant

ASEAN Denounced for Inviting Junta Chief to Summit on Myanmar

Bangladesh: Police Shoot Dead Five Protesters at China-Financed Power Plant

UN Urges Bangladesh to Move Rohingya to Bay of Bengal Island Gradually

Papuan Rebels Kill 16-Year-Old Boy for Being ‘Intelligence Agent’

Indonesian Police Kill Suspect Linked to Church Suicide Bombing in Makassar

Violence Mars Ramadan Start in Southern Philippines

Bangladesh Police to Question Leader of Hardline Muslim Group

Thai Activist on Hunger Strike will not Accept ‘Justice System’

Community Pantries Emerge in Philippines amid COVID-19 Surge

Egyptian, Two Abu Sayyaf Militants Killed in Jolo: Philippines Military

Report: Slow Reforms Could Push Former Philippine Muslim Rebels Back to Fighting

Malaysia Expresses ‘Shock’ over Bangladesh Embassy’s Jobs Portal for Undocumented Workers

Suspected Rebels Kill 3 Civilians in Indonesia’s Papua Region

China Trademarked Hundreds of South China Sea Landmarks

Muslims Observe Second Pandemic-Time Ramadan

Deep South Peace Talks Could Resume in May

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