Myanmar quake death toll tops 3,000 as junta hampers aid efforts
The death toll from Myanmar’s devastating earthquake rose past 3,000 on Thursday.
Collapse of Chinese-built high rise spurs wave of anger in Thailand
China’s embassy hopes Thai investigation into collapse will produce ‘fair, scientific’ results.
US clears proposed sale of F-16 fighter jets to Philippines
Package for 20 jets, valued at $5.58 billion, will not alter SEAsia’s military balance, the United States says.
Myanmar’s junta announces 3-week ceasefire to facilitate quake relief efforts
Move comes after junta troops fire on Chinese Red Cross convoy ferrying aid and supplies.
Asian nations fear pain from US tariffs, seek ways to placate Trump
Developing Southeast Asian nations are among the hardest hit by the tariffs affecting almost every country.
Chinese activist jailed for attending dinner marking inauguration of Taiwan’s leader
Chen Mingyu has had long history of activism.
Backpacks for carrying cash: Surging inflation in North Korea hits residents hard
The price of eggs, sugar and pork have jumped amid supply shortages and a weaker currency.
Tibetan Buddhist leader missing for 8 months has died, sources say
Inside Tibet, people mourn the unexplained death of Tulku Hungkar Dorje, a renowned abbot and educator.
North Korea’s strategic drones ‘not as advanced as US aircraft’: think tank
Pyongyang had been thought to be building copies of US drones.
Vietnam courts European leaders amid concerns over US tariffs
A series of top-level visits may pave the way for trade deals and investment.