Malaysia’s Prime Minister, Allies Win Crucial Polls in Sabah

The country’s main opposition alliance loses control of the state to a coalition aligned with PM Muhyiddin Yassin.

Bangladesh: Entire Cox’s Bazar Police Force Transferred after Ex-Army Major’s Killing

They are to blame also for alleged extrajudicial killings of Rohingya refugees and rising lawlessness, critics say.

Philippine Food and Drug Officials: COVID-19 Vaccine Possible by Next April

Official says the timetable could be met if clinical trials are completed by January.

Thai Authorities Sue Social Media Giants over ‘Royally Defaming’ Content

The digital minister says Facebook, Instagram and Twitter failed to remove improper URLs.

Philippines Bristles at US Lawmaker’s Bill Proposing to Suspend Military Aid

Rep. Susan Wild introduces a bill that targets a new anti-terrorism law in the Philippines.

Think-Tank Urges Indonesia to Add Female Prison Officers

Report by IPAC says women can steer female inmates from militant organizations.

Malaysian Opposition Leader Anwar Claims He Has Majority to Form New Govt

But Muhyiddin Yassin says he is still the legitimate prime minister and his government stands strong.

Bangladesh Officials: Design Flaw Sets Back Padma Bridge Project

The rail link of the two-tier Sino-Bangladeshi project likely will be delayed for several years, official says.

Scholars: Indonesia’s Democratic Gains Eroding Under Jokowi

Indonesia has shown improvements in democracy, says one government official.

Philippines: ABS-CBN Chairman Steps Down after Broadcaster Loses License

The network has angered President Rodrigo Duterte for its reporting on his war on drugs.

Upcoming Polls in Malaysia’s Sabah State a Litmus Test for PM Muhyiddin

The prime minister simultaneously faces a sudden and direct challenge from opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim.

Southeast Asian Analysts: IS Steps Up Recruitment in Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines

This assessment is in line with a top US counterterrorism official’s statement that IS continues to expand.

Philippines: Facebook Removes China-based Fake Accounts

Spokesman said they violated the company’s foreign or government interference policy.

Philippines’ Duterte to UN: 2016 Ruling on South China Sea ‘Beyond Compromise’

The 2016 award refuted the legal basis for nearly all of China’s territorial claims in the disputed waterway.