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Analysts warn about rising intolerance in Malaysia
Analysts warn about rising intolerance in Malaysia 2022-06-16

Issue in spotlight again as religious affairs minister tells Muslims not to attend Japanese cultural event because it has un-Islamic elements.

Migration from Myanmar to Thailand surges amid fighting, COVID concerns
Migration from Myanmar to Thailand surges amid fighting, COVID concerns 2022-06-16

Police have arrested thousands of migrants, many of whom were found in desperate conditions.

2 Abu Sayyaf suspects accused of beheading foreign nationals surrender
2 Abu Sayyaf suspects accused of beheading foreign nationals surrender 2022-06-17

This has dealt “serious leadership and organization setbacks” to the group, officials say.

Lawyers protest probe of judge who convicted ex-PM Najib on corruption charges
Lawyers protest probe of judge who convicted ex-PM Najib on corruption charges 2022-06-17

In 2020, the judge sentenced the former Malaysian leader to 12 years in prison in the 1MDB-related case.

Hasina govt plans mega-event for Padma Bridge opening
Hasina govt plans mega-event for Padma Bridge opening 2022-06-20

The span provides better connectivity for one in five Bangladeshis – and campaign fodder for the ruling Awami League.

Rights Groups Urge UN Ban on Peacekeeping by Bangladesh’s ‘Abusive’ RAB Unit
Rights Groups Urge UN Ban on Peacekeeping by Bangladesh’s ‘Abusive’ RAB Unit 2022-01-20

In December, U.S. imposed sanctions on the Rapid Action Battalion over alleged “serious human rights abuse.”

Philippines Sets Daily Record for COVID-19 Infections, Nears 3M Mark
Philippines Sets Daily Record for COVID-19 Infections, Nears 3M Mark 2022-01-10

Monday’s 33,169 cases followed a weekend spike after health alerts were raised in Manila, surrounding areas.

Indonesia to Resume Coal Shipments amid Foreign Pressure over Export Ban
Indonesia to Resume Coal Shipments amid Foreign Pressure over Export Ban 2022-01-10

State power company has enough supply to get through January, official says.

Analyst: ASEAN Must Not Allow Burmese Junta Officials to Attend Meetings
Analyst: ASEAN Must Not Allow Burmese Junta Officials to Attend Meetings 2022-01-10

Next week’s foreign ministers’ meeting will test member-states’ commitment to hold Myanmar military accountable to five-point consensus.

Weekend Fire Uproots Thousands at Rohingya Camp in Bangladesh
2022-01-10

Jan. 9 blaze gutted some 600 huts at Camp 16 before it was put out, officials say.

5-year-old Killed, 3 Family Members Injured in Southern Philippine Bus Bombing
5-year-old Killed, 3 Family Members Injured in Southern Philippine Bus Bombing 2022-01-11

No one has claimed responsibility for the blast that injured six people, officials say.

Indonesian Prosecutors Seek Death Sentence for School Owner Accused of Raping Students
Indonesian Prosecutors Seek Death Sentence for School Owner Accused of Raping Students 2022-01-11

Lawyers also requested chemical castration for founder of a West Java Islamic boarding school.

After Thai-BRN Talks, Malaysia Says Deep South Solution Will Take Years
After Thai-BRN Talks, Malaysia Says Deep South Solution Will Take Years 2022-01-12

In first in-person meeting since early 2020, Thai negotiators and rebel group discuss a 3-point framework for future deliberations.

Ex-Radio Broadcaster Fatally Shot in Southern Philippines
Ex-Radio Broadcaster Fatally Shot in Southern Philippines 2022-01-12

Jaynard Angeles quit recently to run for local office in this year’s general election, official says.

Cambodia Postpones First ASEAN Meeting Amid Reports of Differences Among Member-States
Cambodia Postpones First ASEAN Meeting Amid Reports of Differences Among Member-States 2022-01-12

Foreign ministry spokesman cites “difficulties” for member-states’ top diplomats to attend in-person retreat in Siem Reap next week.

Japan Reported to Have Conducted Free Navigation Ops in South China Sea
Japan Reported to Have Conducted Free Navigation Ops in South China Sea 2022-01-12

Effort was “about freedom of naval/maritime operations rather than freedom of navigation,” or supporting U.S. FONOPs, expert says.

China to Supply Nearly 40 Percent of Bangladesh’s Petroleum Imports
China to Supply Nearly 40 Percent of Bangladesh’s Petroleum Imports 2022-01-12

Dhaka officials approved contracts to buy diesel, gasoline and jet fuel from five countries for the first half of 2022.

Manila Mayor Orders COVID ‘Health Break’ for Teachers, Students
Manila Mayor Orders COVID ‘Health Break’ for Teachers, Students 2022-01-13

Francisco Domagoso called for in-person and online classes to be suspended through Jan. 21.

Detailed US Study Declares China’s South China Sea Claims Unlawful
Detailed US Study Declares China’s South China Sea Claims Unlawful 2022-01-13

The State Department called on Beijing to cease “unlawful and coercive activities.”

Malaysia Hands Over 3 Rebel Suspects to Thailand
Malaysia Hands Over 3 Rebel Suspects to Thailand 2022-01-13

The rare prisoner transfer coincided with the latest round of Deep South peace talks in Kuala Lumpur.

Malaysia: Cambodian PM Should have Consulted ASEAN Members Before Myanmar Visit
Malaysia: Cambodian PM Should have Consulted ASEAN Members Before Myanmar Visit 2022-01-13

Meanwhile, Indonesia Urges Phnom Penh, regional bloc’s new chair, to stick to what was agreed in previous meetings.

Leader of New Indonesian Capital’s Regency Faces Kickback Allegations
Leader of New Indonesian Capital’s Regency Faces Kickback Allegations 2022-01-14

The Corruption Eradication Commission seized $70,000 cash it says is linked to local government projects.

Philippines to Buy India’s BrahMos Supersonic Missile
Philippines to Buy India’s BrahMos Supersonic Missile 2022-01-14

$375-million purchase marks breakthrough for Manila’s defenses in South China Sea, one analyst says.

New Chief of Indonesia’s Largest Islamic Group Seeks to Reform Orthodox Doctrines
New Chief of Indonesia’s Largest Islamic Group Seeks to Reform Orthodox Doctrines 2022-01-14

Country’s tolerant brand of Islam offers antidote to religious extremism, Nahdlatul Ulama chairman says.

Philippine Troops Kill 4 Blamed for Fatal Bus Bombing
Philippine Troops Kill 4 Blamed for Fatal Bus Bombing 2022-01-15

The suspects were identified as members of an Islamic State-linked militant cell.

Uyghur Bombing Suspects Describe Deplorable Conditions in Thai Military Prison
Uyghur Bombing Suspects Describe Deplorable Conditions in Thai Military Prison 2022-01-17

The pair appeared in court to learn that testimony tied to the 2015 blast would begin in November.

Aid Groups: Filipinos in Typhoon Evacuation Centers Risk Catching COVID
Aid Groups: Filipinos in Typhoon Evacuation Centers Risk Catching COVID 2022-01-18

As many as 340,000 remain displaced more than a month after the storm hit, humanitarian groups say.

Indonesian Parliament Passes Law to Move Capital from Java to Borneo
Indonesian Parliament Passes Law to Move Capital from Java to Borneo 2022-01-18

With bill’s passage, construction of new city, estimated to cost U.S. $32.5 billion, can begin.

Malaysian FM Sees Shift in China’s Justification of its Sweeping South China Sea Claims
Malaysian FM Sees Shift in China’s Justification of its Sweeping South China Sea Claims 2022-01-18

“Four Sha,” are four island groups in South China Sea that Beijing claims to hold “historical rights” to.

Suspected Rebel’s Family Seeks Justice after Thai Agency Ends Death Probe
Suspected Rebel’s Family Seeks Justice after Thai Agency Ends Death Probe 2022-01-18

The Department of Special Investigation notified Abdullah Esomuso’s widow that she could supply new information.

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