US Report Takes Aim at Region’s Human Rights Practices

Extrajudicial killings, free speech attacks in South and Southeast Asia among issues highlighted by State Department.

Malaysian NGOs Launch Region's First Mobile App Against Human Trafficking

“Be My Protector” is available in eight languages to reach diverse groups including foreign workers.

‘Several’ Suspected Rohingya Insurgents in Custody: Bangladesh Official

Seven agencies are tracking possible ARSA activities at refugee camps in Bangladesh, police source says.

India: Media Fined for Disclosing Child Rape Victim’s Identity

Attack was aimed at driving Muslims from a Hindu-dominated region in Indian Kashmir, police said.

Philippines: 15 Pro-Islamic State Militants Slain in Week of Clashes

Manila’s foreign secretary says Malaysia, Indonesia cooperating on anti-terror fight.

Q & A with Malaysia’s Islamic Party Leader

“We will be the kingmaker,” PAS President Abdul Hadi Awang says in interview with BenarNews.

Indonesians Have One Year to Prepare for Presidential Election

Parties and coalitions are focusing on selecting presidential and vice presidential candidates.

Philippines Hits Back at EU Parliament Over Drug-War Complaint

Philippine police do not engage in extrajudicial killings, President Duterte's spokesman says.

Philippines: Top Cop in Duterte’s Bloody Drug War Retires

Successor vows to carry on with anti-drug campaign that has killed thousands.

Thai Military Questions Suspected Militant Wanted by Malaysian Authorities

Investigators released Thai national after concluding he had no links with the Islamic State, Army spokesman says.

Philippines: Duterte Takes Responsibility for Australian Nun’s Detention

President said foreigners have no right to freedom of expression afforded to citizens.

Malaysian Coalitions Can't Govern Without Islamic Party Support: PAS Chief

PAS will help any of two key blocs in upcoming elections if Islam is made “the foundation” of new administration, Abdul Hadi Awang says.

Indonesian Judge Orders Release of Jho Low’s Yacht

Local police had impounded the $250-million vessel Equanimity as part of a U.S.-led probe related to the Malaysian state fund 1MDB.

Thai Leader Reveals New Deep South Safety Zone

Buddhists for Peace chairman said he was surprised by Prime Minister Prayuth's announcement of the ceasefire location.