Tibet
China begins building mega-dam in Tibet
Touted by China as the world's largest hydropower dam, it has raised concerns from neighbors and environmentalists.
China
Innovative Chinese dissident uses cryptocurrency to fund his activism
Li Ying courted criticism for his meme coin, but supporters say he’s revolutionizing fundraising for social causes.
Cambodia
Truce takes effect in Cambodia, Thailand border dispute
The deal to end five days of fighting came at a meeting in Malaysia and amid pressure from U.S. President Trump.
Cambodia
Cambodia targets workers in crackdown on scam centers
Thousands are arrested in compounds that rights organizations say are populated by victims of human trafficking.
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Uyghur
U.S. bill targets Chinese repression of Uyghurs
The measure would boost sanctions and direct officials to counter Chinese propaganda and preserve Uyghur culture.
Cambodia
Thai, Cambodian militaries chart path forward after deadly border fight
Regional commanders agreed to halt gunfire and troop movements as displaced residents began a wary trek home.
Myanmar
Myanmar junta forms new government ahead of elections
Military leader Min Aung Hlaing retains power as martial law is declared in parts of the country.
Cambodia
Cambodian migrant workers in Thailand attacked amid border tensions
Labor activist Phil Robertson on the climate of fear that’s overcome the Cambodian migrant labor community.
China
Taiwan holds annual live-fire, air raid drills that simulate Chinese attack
Officials say the drills aim to show China and the international community that Taiwan is ready to defend itself.
Vietnam
Vietnam to ban gas-powered motorbikes in central Hanoi next year
The decree, which officials say is aimed at reducing pollution, would curb many residents’ main mode of transport.
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