U.S. Commission Cites Malaysia for Alleged Religious Freedom Violations

Pastor Raymond Koh’s abduction emblematic of disregard for human rights, report says.

Philippines: Kidnappers Demand Ransom for British Man and Wife

Malaysian authorities also confirm ransom demand from abductors of three Indonesians in earlier kidnapping.

Thailand: MPs Approve Transfer of Military Regiments to King’s Command

Lawmakers discussed increasing the royal budget by 13 percent under a $106 billion spending plan.

Philippines: Duterte Injured in fall from Motorcycle

There is no reason to be concerned about the president’s condition, his spokesman says.

Survey: Malaysian Women Agree Muslim Men Can Practice Polygamy

Sisters in Islam found about 21 percent of Muslim women believe a husband can beat his wife.

Thai PM Defends Army Chief’s Comments Lashing Out at Opposition Politicians

House committee summons Gen. Apirat Kongsompong to clarify statements about communists.

Philippines Conducts Maritime Exercises with US, Japan and Australia

Drills come amid tensions in disputed South China Sea and kidnapping blamed on IS-linked militants.

Philippines Offers Polio Vaccinations as 3 More Children Show Symptoms

Health officials focus on the southern region and plan to expand territory by next month.

Philippines: Duterte Tells Police Official to Kill Drug Suspects

Lt. Col. Jovie Espenido led a 2017 raid that resulted in more than a dozen deaths.

Malaysian Foreign Minister Calls for Upgraded Naval Assets

Saifuddin Abdullah says the nation must be prepared to protect South China Sea coasts.

Two Years On: Displaced Marawi Residents Face Bleak Future

The lengthy displacement of residents has ripped apart tight-knit families.

Bangladesh: Domestic Workers Tell of Sexual Abuse in Saudi Arabia

One-third of 111 women questioned in Dhaka said they were raped by Saudi employers.

Security Forces Rescue Teacher Abducted in Southern Philippines

Two suspects were arrested after victim’s daughter delivered ransom, officials said.

Indonesian Police Foil Bomb Plots, Arrest Militant Suspects

About 31,000 security personnel will be on duty for President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo’s second inauguration.

Indonesia, Malaysia Worried About Possible Escape of IS-linked Fighters in Syria

Militants will pose security threat if they return to their homelands in Southeast Asia, counter-terror officials told BenarNews.

Philippine Police Chief Resigns amid Allegations of Drug-Scandal Links

Gen. Oscar Albayalde steps down weeks before his scheduled retirement.