South China Sea
Philippine defense chief condemns Chinese activity near Second Thomas Shoal
His remarks come as Manila and Australia conduct drills and aim to deepen cooperation in the South China Sea.
Tibet
China’s Xi makes a rare visit to Tibet to mark 60 years of contested rule
Tibetan government in exile says the visit ‘rings hollow’ as Beijing ‘lacks both historical and popular legitimacy’
Myanmar
Myanmar’s ruling junta sets Dec. 28 election date as civil war rages
Critics expect the vote to be a sham aimed at keeping the country’s military in power.
China
Hong Kong activists granted asylum in U.K., Australia
Activist Tony Chung and ex-lawmaker Ted Hui were both prosecuted under Hong Kong’s national security law.
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China
Closing arguments conclude in Hong Kong mogul Jimmy Lai’s trial
A judge said the court will rule “in good time” in the national security case against the Apple Daily founder.
Cambodia
Cambodian lawmakers pass bill allowing government to revoke citizenship
Critics say the measure would have a “disastrously chilling effect” on freedom of speech.
Korea
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un to attend military parade in China
Kim will join more than two dozen world leaders, his first such outing since assuming power in 2011.
China
Damaged Chinese ship now under repair, satellite images show
The coast guard vessel struck another Chinese ship during an incident in the South China Sea earlier this month.
China
Hong Kong court hears closing arguments in Jimmy Lai trial
The 77-year-old Apple Daily founder faces life in prison if convicted of National Security Law violations.
Korea
North Korea’s Kim, Putin vow cooperation in phone call
Putin praised North Korea’s help in Russia’s conflict with Ukraine ahead of a planned summit with President Trump.
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