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A Myanmar soldier (R) takes a photo of a journalist sitting amongst poppies in northern Shan state, in a file photo.

Shan Leader Wants Drug Eradication Priority Amid Cease-Fire

He says rebels will work with the government and the UN to end poppy production.

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Assistance for Villagers Resettled by Xayaburi Dam to Last One Year

Some 900 residents have been moved so far to make way for the dam in northern Laos.
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Gas Stations in Xinjiang Bar Veil-Wearing Muslim Women

The authorities appear to be widening restrictions on face-covering across the troubled region.
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Secret Societies Mushroom in Southern China

Activists say the groups are an attempt by a disempowered people to protect themselves against a corrupt government.