Uyghur

INTERVIEW: Uyghurs have always valued freedom, academia and democracy

Lawmaker Arfiya Eri discusses political success, ethnic identity and Japan’s response to the genocide of the Uyghurs.

Tibet

Head of Tibet’s government-in-exile meets with Canadian lawmakers

Sikyong Penpa Tsering urges them to boost their support for Tibet.

China

Post calls on wanted Hong Kong activist Nathan Law to return

The post, claiming to be penned by Law's brother, suggests family members are being 'held hostage,' observers say.

South China Sea

Manila authorizes Christmas convoy to cheer up troops in South China Sea

The planned trip of 40 civilian boats comes amid rising territorial tensions between the Philippines and China.

Laos

Laos requires cell phone registration by mid-December

Authorities say the program will crack down on scams, but others say dissent is the target.

Myanmar

Chinese navy drops anchor in Myanmar for joint drills

The arrival comes amid insurgent conflict along the border in northern Shan state.

Laos

Laos requires cell phone registration by mid-December

Authorities say the program will crack down on scams, but others say dissent is the target.

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