Search results 38 items matching your search terms. Relevance Date (newest first) Past 24 Hours Past 7 Days Past 60 Days Last 12 Months Borneo states push Malaysia’s Anwar for greater autonomy 2024-09-30 Sabah and Sarawak want greater control over oil and gas revenue, as guaranteed in 1963 Malaysia Agreement. Thai court grants Vietnam’s request for activist’s extradition 2024-09-30 Montagnard activist Y Quynh Bdap, who faces terrorism charges in Vietnam, said he plans to appeal the verdict. Families of rights abuse victims condemn proposal to name Suharto Indonesian hero 2024-09-30 Human rights activists suggest it is a move to sanitize the authoritarian ex-leader’s bloody legacy. Amend espionage law, Philippine defense chief urges lawmakers 2024-09-30 The National Security Council is checking into allegations that Alice Guo, a former mayor, had spied for China. China holds drills at disputed Scarborough Shoal 2024-09-30 The exercises took place as the Philippines, the U.S. and allies held joint drills in the South China Sea. Garment worker fatally shot as thousands protest in Bangladesh 2024-09-30 Meanwhile, students gathered near the official residence of interim leader Muhammad Yunus to demand more access to civil service jobs. Students, teachers die in bus inferno near Bangkok 2024-10-01 After the blaze aboard a chartered bus, police investigation raises concerns about compressed natural gas used for public transportation. Violence escalates in Bangladesh’s Hill Tracts as locals lynch second settler in weeks 2024-10-01 Clashes broke out between indigenous community and outsiders after teacher accused of raping local was beaten to death. French PM scraps divisive New Caledonia electoral change after months of unrest 2024-10-02 Violence erupted in May leaving 13 dead, the economy crippled and the territory under curfew. About 200,000 Myanmar workers detained in Thai immigration crackdown 2024-10-02 Authorities inspected documents at workplaces, deported some workers and fined others during the initiative. A conservation treasure is threatened by Indonesian plans for food security 2024-10-02 Military-led project also risks stirring resentment in the easternmost Papua region, researchers say. Inside Bamban: A small Philippine farming town and its mysterious hub 2024-10-02 BenarNews visits a sleepy, rural town thrust into the national spotlight over its former mayor, Alice Guo. Malaysia deports Cambodian worker for calling Hun Sen ‘despicable’ 2024-10-02 Nuon Toeun was arrested just a few days after posting about former PM on Facebook. Despite constant hovering by Chinese ships, Malaysia expands South China Sea drilling 2024-10-02 But Beijing may “ratchet up the pressure” as Malaysia widens drilling operations further, says a U.S. think-tank report. Shot while protesting, now they’re amputees 2024-10-02 In July, security forces in Bangladesh opened fire on people protesting discriminatory government job quotas. Some of those bullets left protesters with ... US presidential elections: Implications for Manila-Washington alliance, South China Sea 2024-10-03 As Election Day nears, analysts assess how each candidate’s administration could affect security cooperation, territorial claims. Authorities charge activists, students over mock referendum on Thailand’s Deep South 2024-10-03 The police action over a 2023 event sparks concerns about civil liberties in the conflict-ridden region. Bangladesh finds infamous ‘secret’ detention center at intelligence agency HQ 2024-10-03 Inquiry commission also said more than 400 complaints filed so far on enforced disappearances during Hasina years. PNG, Bougainville optimistic special moderator can guide ‘peaceful’ independence process 2024-10-03 Dispute centers on PNG parliamentary impasse to ratify 97.7% referendum vote for creating a new nation. ‘I can’t sleep at night,’ says Bangladeshi teen casualty of anti-Hasina protests 2024-10-04 Student Rifat Hawladar is among young people who’ve had limbs amputated as a result of being shot during protests in July and August. Philippines slams alleged Chinese attack on Vietnamese fishermen 2024-10-04 China denies using excessive force against a Vietnamese fishing boat in Paracel Islands incident on Sept. 29. Here’s why Indonesia’s Jokowi is hugely popular despite criticism he undermined democracy 2024-10-04 New survey says a majority are pleased he controlled inflation and provided incentives such as cash handouts. Malaysia’s Anwar promises Bangladeshi migrant workers will be treated fairly 2024-10-04 During Dhaka visit with interim leader Yunus, Anwar says migrants cannot be treated like slaves. Oil spill fears after fuel-laden New Zealand navy ship sinks in Samoa 2024-10-07 Seventy-five people were rescued from the HMNZS Manawanui after it hit a reef just off the coastline. Philippines, South Korea boost ties amid threats on their respective borders 2024-10-07 The two Asian nations mark 75 years of diplomatic relations by raising ties to a strategic partnership. Report: Widespread corruption plagues Indonesia’s booming nickel industry 2024-10-07 Chinese businesses benefit from bad practices by virtue of their outsized presence in the sector, China-Global South Project reports. Thais demand overhaul of public transportation safety following fatal bus fire 2024-10-07 A preliminary probe found the bus had 11 compressed natural gas tanks, five more than allowed. 6 countries hold joint naval drills off Philippines amid tensions with Beijing 2024-10-08 Navies from the Philippines, United States and four allies are staging a large-scale exercise off Luzon island. ASEAN faces tests in tackling South China Sea tensions, Myanmar war 2024-10-08 Leaders of the 10-member bloc gather in Laos to address regional tensions that threaten the group’s unity, relevance. Ex-cult member reflects on life inside banned Malaysian sect 2024-10-08 “No one cares” about children, the former al-Arqam member tells BenarNews amid a child-abuse scandal surrounding the banned sect and its offshoots. 1 2 Next 8 items
Search results 38 items matching your search terms. Relevance Date (newest first) Past 24 Hours Past 7 Days Past 60 Days Last 12 Months Borneo states push Malaysia’s Anwar for greater autonomy 2024-09-30 Sabah and Sarawak want greater control over oil and gas revenue, as guaranteed in 1963 Malaysia Agreement. Thai court grants Vietnam’s request for activist’s extradition 2024-09-30 Montagnard activist Y Quynh Bdap, who faces terrorism charges in Vietnam, said he plans to appeal the verdict. Families of rights abuse victims condemn proposal to name Suharto Indonesian hero 2024-09-30 Human rights activists suggest it is a move to sanitize the authoritarian ex-leader’s bloody legacy. Amend espionage law, Philippine defense chief urges lawmakers 2024-09-30 The National Security Council is checking into allegations that Alice Guo, a former mayor, had spied for China. China holds drills at disputed Scarborough Shoal 2024-09-30 The exercises took place as the Philippines, the U.S. and allies held joint drills in the South China Sea. Garment worker fatally shot as thousands protest in Bangladesh 2024-09-30 Meanwhile, students gathered near the official residence of interim leader Muhammad Yunus to demand more access to civil service jobs. Students, teachers die in bus inferno near Bangkok 2024-10-01 After the blaze aboard a chartered bus, police investigation raises concerns about compressed natural gas used for public transportation. Violence escalates in Bangladesh’s Hill Tracts as locals lynch second settler in weeks 2024-10-01 Clashes broke out between indigenous community and outsiders after teacher accused of raping local was beaten to death. French PM scraps divisive New Caledonia electoral change after months of unrest 2024-10-02 Violence erupted in May leaving 13 dead, the economy crippled and the territory under curfew. About 200,000 Myanmar workers detained in Thai immigration crackdown 2024-10-02 Authorities inspected documents at workplaces, deported some workers and fined others during the initiative. A conservation treasure is threatened by Indonesian plans for food security 2024-10-02 Military-led project also risks stirring resentment in the easternmost Papua region, researchers say. Inside Bamban: A small Philippine farming town and its mysterious hub 2024-10-02 BenarNews visits a sleepy, rural town thrust into the national spotlight over its former mayor, Alice Guo. Malaysia deports Cambodian worker for calling Hun Sen ‘despicable’ 2024-10-02 Nuon Toeun was arrested just a few days after posting about former PM on Facebook. Despite constant hovering by Chinese ships, Malaysia expands South China Sea drilling 2024-10-02 But Beijing may “ratchet up the pressure” as Malaysia widens drilling operations further, says a U.S. think-tank report. Shot while protesting, now they’re amputees 2024-10-02 In July, security forces in Bangladesh opened fire on people protesting discriminatory government job quotas. Some of those bullets left protesters with ... US presidential elections: Implications for Manila-Washington alliance, South China Sea 2024-10-03 As Election Day nears, analysts assess how each candidate’s administration could affect security cooperation, territorial claims. Authorities charge activists, students over mock referendum on Thailand’s Deep South 2024-10-03 The police action over a 2023 event sparks concerns about civil liberties in the conflict-ridden region. Bangladesh finds infamous ‘secret’ detention center at intelligence agency HQ 2024-10-03 Inquiry commission also said more than 400 complaints filed so far on enforced disappearances during Hasina years. PNG, Bougainville optimistic special moderator can guide ‘peaceful’ independence process 2024-10-03 Dispute centers on PNG parliamentary impasse to ratify 97.7% referendum vote for creating a new nation. ‘I can’t sleep at night,’ says Bangladeshi teen casualty of anti-Hasina protests 2024-10-04 Student Rifat Hawladar is among young people who’ve had limbs amputated as a result of being shot during protests in July and August. Philippines slams alleged Chinese attack on Vietnamese fishermen 2024-10-04 China denies using excessive force against a Vietnamese fishing boat in Paracel Islands incident on Sept. 29. Here’s why Indonesia’s Jokowi is hugely popular despite criticism he undermined democracy 2024-10-04 New survey says a majority are pleased he controlled inflation and provided incentives such as cash handouts. Malaysia’s Anwar promises Bangladeshi migrant workers will be treated fairly 2024-10-04 During Dhaka visit with interim leader Yunus, Anwar says migrants cannot be treated like slaves. Oil spill fears after fuel-laden New Zealand navy ship sinks in Samoa 2024-10-07 Seventy-five people were rescued from the HMNZS Manawanui after it hit a reef just off the coastline. Philippines, South Korea boost ties amid threats on their respective borders 2024-10-07 The two Asian nations mark 75 years of diplomatic relations by raising ties to a strategic partnership. Report: Widespread corruption plagues Indonesia’s booming nickel industry 2024-10-07 Chinese businesses benefit from bad practices by virtue of their outsized presence in the sector, China-Global South Project reports. Thais demand overhaul of public transportation safety following fatal bus fire 2024-10-07 A preliminary probe found the bus had 11 compressed natural gas tanks, five more than allowed. 6 countries hold joint naval drills off Philippines amid tensions with Beijing 2024-10-08 Navies from the Philippines, United States and four allies are staging a large-scale exercise off Luzon island. ASEAN faces tests in tackling South China Sea tensions, Myanmar war 2024-10-08 Leaders of the 10-member bloc gather in Laos to address regional tensions that threaten the group’s unity, relevance. Ex-cult member reflects on life inside banned Malaysian sect 2024-10-08 “No one cares” about children, the former al-Arqam member tells BenarNews amid a child-abuse scandal surrounding the banned sect and its offshoots. 1 2 Next 8 items