Myanmar Confirms First Muslim Rohingya Coronavirus Case Within Borders

The man illegally entered Rakhine state from a refugee camp in neighboring Bangladesh with his family.

US Sends Note to UN Rebuking China’s Claims in South China Sea

The action follows a series of protests against Beijing’s effort to control the waterway.

Court Faults Indonesia’s President for ‘Unlawful’ Internet Blackout in Papua

President Joko Widodo and the communications minister ordered internet services blocked during 2019 rioting.

Is Beijing Preparing to Declare an Air Zone Over the South China Sea?

A proposed Chinese ADIZ would cover a vast area above the contested waterway.

Bangladesh Records First Rohingya COVID-19 Death

Cases spike as the country records 2,911 new infections.

Indonesia Cancels Hajj Pilgrimage

Government cites uncertainty about whether Saudi Arabia will let foreign pilgrims in amid COVID-19 pandemic.

Manila Suspends Withdrawal from Defense Pact with US

The Philippines says it is holding off for six months its plan to pull out of the 1999 Visiting Forces Agreement.

Suspect with IS Flag Kills Policeman in Attack in Indonesian Borneo

Police fatally shoot sword-wielding suspect who also wounded another officer during incident in South Kalimantan.

Malaysia Revokes Order Awarding 5G Internet Contracts

Two firms with deals linked to Chinese tech firm Huawei were among five companies awarded contracts in May.

One Killed as Witness of Philippine Massacre Targeted in Roadside Ambush

Driver dies, two others injured in attack in southern Philippines.

Geopolitics, COVID-19 Behind Philippine About-Face on Defense Pact with US, Officials Say

Foreign secretary praises President Duterte for keeping nation safe through alliance with Washington.

Thailand Extends Visas for Migrant Workers until July 31

About 1 million people have been stranded in Thailand since COVID-19 stalled the economy.

Philippine Military: Beefed Up Anti-Terror Law Won’t Trample on Human Rights

Proposed law will help armed forces fight terrorism, a military spokesman says.

Thai Government Promises Transparency in $58B COVID-19 Package

Senate passes stimulus package approved by the lower House on Sunday to assist millions of people.

Philippine President Urges Congress to Speed Up Passage of Anti-Terror Bill

The proposed law could be used against critics of the Duterte administration, rights groups say.

Philippine Police Arrest Dozens, Bust Suspected Chinese Gambling Operation

Some of the Chinese suspects drew the attention of authorities by allegedly flouting COVID-19 protocols.