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In China, 1 in 5 could face severe drought, UN data says

Globally, hundreds of millions will suffer extreme drought conditions if temperatures rise by 1.5 degrees Celsius.

Myanmar junta arrests minors, elderly and disabled villagers
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Myanmar junta arrests minors, elderly and disabled villagers

Nearly 50 residents from Sagaing region were detained after a junta officer was killed in a local clash.

US, allies impose sanctions on N Korea following satellite launch
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US, allies impose sanctions on N Korea following satellite launch

The move comes after Pyongyang last week successfully launched its first reconnaissance satellite.

China’s top diplomat visits Vietnam ahead of likely Xi trip
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China’s top diplomat visits Vietnam ahead of likely Xi trip

Wang Yi is set to meet Vietnam’s president and party secretary.

In rare admission, junta chief acknowledges military losses in Shan state
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In rare admission, junta chief acknowledges military losses in Shan state

But Min Aung Hlaing chalks rebel victories up to aid from ‘foreign experts’ and drone attacks.

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Hun Manet says he’s fine with ‘authoritarian’ label, cites stability

The eldest son of former Prime Minister Hun Sen marked his first 100 days as Cambodia’s new leader.

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In rare admission, junta chief acknowledges military losses in Shan state

But Min Aung Hlaing chalks rebel victories up to aid from ‘foreign experts’ and drone attacks.

COP28 President Sultan al-Jaber speaks during the opening session at the COP28 U.N. Climate Summit, Nov. 30, 2023, in Dubai.
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More than $420M pledged for yet-to-be-named climate fund

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Kissinger had a consequential, controversial impact across Asia

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China requires job applicants in Tibet to denounce Dalai Lama
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China requires job applicants in Tibet to denounce Dalai Lama

Beijing considers the spiritual leader to be a separatist and wants ‘loyal’ public sector workers.

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Six more Montagnards wanted by Vietnamese police in Dak Lak attacks

The armed assaults on two government facilities in June left 9 people dead.

Myanmar migrants are seen after being apprehended by the Thai military personnel in Kanchanaburi province, bordering Myanmar, in this photo released October 25, 2021. Migrants from Myanmar have poured into Thailand over the past two years.
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Myanmar exile government seeks foothold by supporting overseas workers

A family of six Christians lived in this home in Tang Vai Nam Village, Chonburi district, Savannakhet province, Laos, before it was destroyed in July 2023.
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Christian families’ homes destroyed in southern Laos

North Korean women, one of whom is a soldier, stand on the banks of the Yalu River near the North Korean town of Sinuiju, April 25, 2010.
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