Thailand

Laos: Belt and Road poster child – or problem child?

Chinese high-speed rail and dams are modernizing Laos but its external debt has soared.

El Niño, India’s rice export ban cause food security fears in SE Asia

Region’s millions depend on rice for 50% to 70% of their calorie intake.

Thai ex-park officials acquitted of murder in disappearance of Karen activist

Porlajee Rakchongcharoen, an advocate for the Karen tribal community, went missing at Kaeng Krachan National Park in 2014.

10 years on, China’s Belt and Road goals shift with Beijing’s ambitions

The program has expanded beyond trade and energy to include digital, health and security projects.

Thai PM pledges to tighten gun regulations after mass shooting at mall

A family court says parents of the 14-year-old suspect could face charges.

10 years on, China’s Belt and Road goals shift with Beijing’s ambitions

The program has expanded beyond trade and energy to include digital, health and security projects.

Gunman opens fire on shoppers at Bangkok’s Siam Paragon mall