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US opens Solomon Islands embassy as it vies for influence with China
US opens Solomon Islands embassy as it vies for influence with China 2023-02-02

The modest embassy building in the Solomon Islands capital Honiara was previously the U.S. consular services office.

Philippines grants US access to more military sites amid tensions over Taiwan
Philippines grants US access to more military sites amid tensions over Taiwan 2023-02-02

Beijing reacts sharply to the move between the two longtime defense allies.

China’s coast guard ‘monitors’ Philippine navy ship in disputed territory
China’s coast guard ‘monitors’ Philippine navy ship in disputed territory 2023-02-02

A US aircraf carrier is also in the region as the country’s defense secretary visits Manila.

Skepticism greets Indonesian president’s plan to send general to persuade Myanmar junta
Skepticism greets Indonesian president’s plan to send general to persuade Myanmar junta 2023-02-02

Indonesia, a former military-backed dictatorship, in 2011 helped Myanmar transition to democracy.

In Bangladesh’s borderland with Myanmar, 2 Rohingya militant groups fight for dominance
In Bangladesh’s borderland with Myanmar, 2 Rohingya militant groups fight for dominance 2023-02-02

The Rohingya Solidarity Organization emerged from obscurity in 2021 to fight Myanmar military, but finds itself up against a rival insurgent group.

China angered by US-Manila deal on military bases
2023-02-03

The Philippines has granted the United States greater access to its military bases, their defense chiefs said on Thursday, amid mounting concern over China's ...

US lifts ban on importing palm oil products from Malaysia’s Sime Darby
US lifts ban on importing palm oil products from Malaysia’s Sime Darby 2023-02-03

There no longer are indicators that the company uses forced labor in its production chain, customs bureau says.

Thai security adviser wants peace team to negotiate with influential BRN representatives
Thai security adviser wants peace team to negotiate with influential BRN representatives 2023-02-03

“We expect someone who has clout,” says Panitan Wattanayagorn about Deep South talks.

Analysts: Deal on Philippine bases gives US firmer foothold in Asia
Analysts: Deal on Philippine bases gives US firmer foothold in Asia 2023-02-04

Washington will use sites in the Philippines to stage a military response to a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan or some other conflict, observers say.

US Indo-Pacific commander: China’s play for Solomon Islands woke up officials
US Indo-Pacific commander: China’s play for Solomon Islands woke up officials 2023-03-17

Washington’s relations with Pacific island countries are “back on track,” says Adm. John Aquilino.

Malaysian disability-rights advocate honored in Washington
2023-03-10

Ras Adiba Radzi has been a media leader, athlete, and senator.

Beijing special envoy, on Pacific charm offensive, says China is the future
Beijing special envoy, on Pacific charm offensive, says China is the future 2023-03-07

No new Chinese initiatives were announced during Qian Bo’s visits to Papua New Guinea and Micronesia.

Philippines: Chinese vessels have not left area near Manila-occupied island
Philippines: Chinese vessels have not left area near Manila-occupied island 2023-03-07

They repeatedly have ignored radio messages asking them to leave waters around Pag-asa (Thitu) island, coast guard says.

Indonesia freezes accounts linked to taxman amid public anger over disproportionate wealth
Indonesia freezes accounts linked to taxman amid public anger over disproportionate wealth 2023-03-07

Transactions worth tens of millions of dollars were made through 40 bank accounts connected to Rafael Alun Trisambod, officials say.

Tsai-McCarthy meet switched to US from Taiwan, reports say
Tsai-McCarthy meet switched to US from Taiwan, reports say 2023-03-07

The possible move comes amid fears of a stern response from Beijing if the House Speaker visits Taipei.

Bangladesh, UN seek $876M from donors for Rohingya amid funds crunch
Bangladesh, UN seek $876M from donors for Rohingya amid funds crunch 2023-03-07

Washington commits $26 million, far lower than its contribution of $152 million in 2022.

Southeast Asian, Pacific leaders applaud first-ever global ocean treaty
Southeast Asian, Pacific leaders applaud first-ever global ocean treaty 2023-03-07

United Nations-backed pact is aimed at protecting threatened marine biodiversity.

Jeepney transport strike ends in the Philippines
Jeepney transport strike ends in the Philippines 2023-03-08

Drivers of the iconic mini-buses hit the road again after agreeing to further discuss government’s phaseout plan.

Global figures urge Bangladesh to stop harassing Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus
Global figures urge Bangladesh to stop harassing Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus 2023-03-08

He faces a money laundering probe, while Sheikh Hasina’s government has vilified him for years.

Marcos says massive oil spill clean-up could take under 4 months
Marcos says massive oil spill clean-up could take under 4 months 2023-03-08

More than 18,000 fishermen lost their livelihoods after an oil tanker sank last week.

Activists slam Thai artist’s conviction for insulting king with duck cartoons
Activists slam Thai artist’s conviction for insulting king with duck cartoons 2023-03-08

Separately, two women protesting the royal defamation law entered day 50 of their hunger strike.

World’s oceans contain 170 trillion plastic particles, study says
World’s oceans contain 170 trillion plastic particles, study says 2023-03-08

Research collated data from several marine regions, including the Pacific.

Frank Bainimarama, former Fiji PM, charged with abuse of power
Frank Bainimarama, former Fiji PM, charged with abuse of power 2023-03-09

Bainimarama, who ruled for 16 years, and Fiji’s top police officer allegedly halted a 2019 police investigation.

Ex-Malaysian PM Muhyiddin arrested for graft, released on bail
Ex-Malaysian PM Muhyiddin arrested for graft, released on bail 2023-03-09

The opposition leader is to be charged Friday for abuse of power during the pandemic, officials said.

WHO sacks Western Pacific chief for alleged misconduct
WHO sacks Western Pacific chief for alleged misconduct 2023-03-09

Dr. Takeshi Kasai was let go in keeping with “no tolerance policy” for abuse, the U.N.’s global health agency says.

Asian cities at increased exposure to rising sea levels, study says
Asian cities at increased exposure to rising sea levels, study says 2023-03-09

Past analysis underestimated the degree of threat, the research suggests.

Hunt for oil and gas increases risk of flashpoints in South China Sea, report says
Hunt for oil and gas increases risk of flashpoints in South China Sea, report says 2023-03-09

China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam are pursuing new projects this year.

2 Indonesian football officials jailed for deadly stadium stampede
2 Indonesian football officials jailed for deadly stadium stampede 2023-03-09

Victims say their prison terms are too lenient and show the trial was a “farce.”

Wreckage of missing Philippine plane found with all aboard dead
Wreckage of missing Philippine plane found with all aboard dead 2023-03-09

Cessna light plane took off Jan. 24 for short trip but never reached its destination.

Malaysian former PM Muhyiddin Yassin charged with abuse of power, money laundering
Malaysian former PM Muhyiddin Yassin charged with abuse of power, money laundering 2023-03-10

The 75-year-old opposition leader pleads not guilty to six counts.

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