Daughter of Ferdinand Marcos begins Senate bid
Marcos family seeks to strengthen political clout.
China defends and legalizes its internment camp for Uighurs
China amended laws to 'legitimise' crackdown on Uighurs in Xinjiang, say experts.
Anwar says no plans for Cabinet post
The former opposition leader stresses need for Mahathir to be unaffected by constraints of time or pressure.
Malaysia to abolish death penalty
The de facto law minister said the only issue was what to do with the convicts currently on death row.
Myanmar arrests three Eleven Media journalist
Three senior journalists arrested by police after an investigation into alleged local government corruption.
India’s #MeToo movement is long overdue
India’s longstanding problem with rape and harassment has come to a head as victims take to social media to demand justice.
Bangladesh approves new digital security act
Bangladesh has signed the Digital Security Bill into law amid widespread criticism that it curbs freedom of speech and expression and media freedom.
Infighting and fissures disrupt Nepal’s ruling party
The Prime Minister has been accused by his party members of limiting his leadership to a small faction, failing to govern efficiently, and displaying authoritarian tendencies.
Former Malaysian first lady in court to face corruption charges
The wife of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, Rosmah Mansor, is arrested on corruption charges.