Southeast Asia

Asean summit omits Rohingya crisis from statement

Asean member nations seem determined to stick with their non-interference stance on not engaging with the affairs of other member states
By Madeleine Keck • Nov 13, 2017

Trump skirts human rights questions shouted from reporters at Duterte meeting

As reporters were being escorted out of a press briefing in Manila, they began to shout questions at Trump about whether or not he would raise the issue of human rights with Duterte
By Johanna Chisholm • Nov 13, 2017

Trade

Asean signs free trade and investment deals with Hong Kong

The trade deal will see Asean countries decrease or abolish customs duties on products from Hong Kong, which is known for being one of the region's most open economies
By Madeleine Keck • Nov 13, 2017

Trump offers to mediate South China Sea dispute: 'I'm a very good mediator and very good arbitrator'

The offer from Trump was met by lukewarm responses from the nations involved in the South China Sea dispute, particularly from China who said they'd prefer 'one-to-one' negotiations take place between claimants
By Johanna Chisholm • Nov 13, 2017

Malaysian and Singaporean journalists sentenced to two months for flying drone in Myanmar

The journalists and their interpreter and driver could face up to three years in prison if they are found guilty at their next hearing, scheduled for November 16
By Johanna Chisholm • Nov 10, 2017

Anti-Trump protests have broken out across the Philippines

Filipino protesters denounce US President Trump's arrival in Manila, claiming his heightened involvement in their country's affairs could drag them into a war
By Madeleine Keck • Nov 10, 2017

Thailand tourism

Why you should check out Chiang Mai, Bangkok's bohemian younger brother

Our neighbourhood guide on where to eat, drink, shop and soak in the local culture of Chiang Mai
By Paul Millar • Nov 10, 2017

Vietnam and Malaysia are a 'sticking point' in TPP discussions

Japan was keen to say things were moving ahead with the Trans-Pacific Partnership, but Canada was quick to take to Twitter to quash these rumours
By Johanna Chisholm • Nov 10, 2017