Philippines Says US Law Has No Bearing on Russia Arms Deal

Manila has “absolute immunity” as a sovereign state, presidential spokesman says.

Rights Groups Seek Probe as Indonesian Police Announce Killings of 11 Suspects

National police chief ordered “massive operations” to suppress crime ahead of next month’s Asian Games.

Philippine Senators Vow to Fight Charter Change

Some worry that changing the constitution could allow politicians to extend term limits.

Bangladesh Bank Official Disputes Customs Report about Gold Tampering

National Board of Revenue estimates losses totalled U.S. $355,000.

4 Philippine Soldiers Die in Clash with Communist Rebels

Casualties on government side are the worst since peace talks faltered last month.

At Least 22 Rohingya Slain in Refugee Camps in 11 Months: Bangladeshi Police

ARSA insurgents were involved in some of the brutal killings, refugees allege.

Malaysia’s Mahathir, Philippines’ Duterte Discuss Islamic State, Security Ties

Two leaders agree to curb spread of extremism in Southeast Asian region, statement says.

Philippine President Likely to Sign Muslim Autonomy Law Next Week

The measure, however, has been watered down, critics say.

Malaysian Authorities Seize Documents Linked with Chinese Projects

Anti-Corruption Commission raided 13 locations in Kuala Lumpur.

Thai Boys Say They Dug Holes, Drank Rainwater While Trapped in Cave

“Wild Boars” soccer players, coach leave hospital, talk about their “miraculous” rescue.

Malaysian Religious Affairs Minister Voices Support for LGBT Workers

Religious hardliners criticize comments by Mujahid Yusof Rawa.

Give Beijing Time to Settle South China Sea Disputes, Philippine President Says

Rodrigo Duterte describes China as a “really good neighbor.”

Around 180 Terror Suspects Caught Since Mid-May Attacks: Indonesian Police

At least 20 suspects have been killed in a crackdown following suicide bombings in Surabaya.

Malaysia’s Parliament Convenes With UMNO in Unfamiliar Opposition Role

The United Malays National Organization party had governed Malaysia throughout its 61-year existence.