Russia, ASEAN hold first naval drills off Indonesian coast
The drills come at a time of growing tensions in the Pacific, particularly around the South China Sea, which Beijing claims almost in its entirety.
Google won’t accept election ads for 2022 Philippines polls
The policy also covers advertisements that promote or oppose any political party or the candidacy of any person or party for public office, Google added.
HK justice chief: Attacks against judiciary unacceptable
Secretary for Justice Teresa Cheng also said that improving the electoral system of Hong Kong is within the purview of the central authorities..
CDPJ leader names rivals to key party posts
Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan leader Kenta Izumi announced his intention to appoint Chinami Nishimura as secretary general of the party.
Omicron in Europe before South Africa reported first cases
The new variant was found in two Dutch test samples from November 19 and 23, with one having no travel history.
Omicron variant: Things to do, and not do
Even if vaccines only reduce transmission modestly, a breakthrough case in a vaccinated individual poses less risk of transmission to others than infection in an unvaccinated and…
Doctor safeguards village in Southwest China for 55 years
Suo Mugun, a 74-year-old rural doctor, started work as the only doctor in his hometown in 1966.
Cambodia PM solicits peacekeeper training help from Japan
The request was made during a meeting between the two premiers via video conference to discuss bilateral cooperation on December 1.
Pfizer vaccine usable three months after printed expiry: Health ministry, Pfizer
The new nine-month expiry date of the Pfizer vaccine is applied globally and the vaccines can still be used in all eligible people.
Thai PM: Don’t worry about Omicron variant, keep your guard up high
He also said the Thai government would speed up vaccinations for everyone as there are now enough vaccines for all Thais.