China

China’s Xi meets US execs as Beijing aims to woo, regain investor interests

The meeting’s effectiveness lies in whether business leaders could tell Xi directly what is needed, says expert.

Vietnam

Vietnam arrests Buddhist abbot from Khmer Krom minority

2 followers were also detained, and authorities are targeting the pagoda in southern Vietnam, a monk said.

Myanmar

Report: Despite its displeasure, China maintains sway with Myanmar junta

The International Crisis Group says China and UN Security Council members should seek a ‘coordinated response.’

China

Alibaba cancels unit’s Hong Kong IPO, citing sluggish market

The move comes amid fears that the new security law will boost the risk of doing business in the city.

Uyghur

Uyghur refugees in Pakistan face deportation in April

The 18 families don’t have legal residence and face restrictions in jobs and education – and now fear being sent to China.

Tibet

Invest in Tibet and give your child a leg up on college exams

But Tibetans fear that the Chinese offer will deprive Tibetan youth of opportunities

Uyghur

Uyghur refugees in Pakistan face deportation in April

The 18 families don’t have legal residence and face restrictions in jobs and education – and now fear being sent to China.

Seaweed farmers struggle in post-COVID Cambodia