Indonesia

With next election years away, Indonesia’s Prabowo already eyes second term

Move may be strategic one to consolidate power and pre-empt potential rivals, including his vice president, analysts say.

Philippines

Criminal complaint filed against ex-President Duterte for ‘threat’ to assassinate Philippine senators

The former president’s remarks should not be taken seriously, his lawyer said.

Thailand

BenarNews wins award for photo feature on Karen refugees

Watjanaphol Srichumpuang, a BenarNews stringer, is among recipients of Amnesty International Thailand’s 2024 Human Rights Media Awards.

Thailand

Thai court sees merit in bid to free detained Uyghurs, seeks information

The Uyghurs would be at risk of torture if sent to China, rights groups say.

Thailand

In southern Thailand, vintage US items drive market boom for used clothes

Buying and wearing used clothes is deeply ingrained in the culture of Thailand’s southern border region.

Philippines

Criminal complaint filed against ex-President Duterte for ‘threat’ to assassinate Philippine senators

The former president’s remarks should not be taken seriously, his lawyer said.

Villagers helpless as the sea devours their roads and homes

A dirty trade: The real cost of shipbreaking

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