Asia Pacific Focus

Japanese Military Refused to Take Sexual Abuse Cases Seriously: Report

A panel of experts has rebuked the Japanese military for hiding sexual abuse and harassment cases in the self-defense forces… Read More

August 21, 2023

China Building Illegal Airstrip on Disputed Triton Island in South China Sea

Satellite images of Triton Island reveal that China is building an airstrip on the disputed island that is also claimed… Read More

August 18, 2023

Pakistan: Angry mob burns churches and vandalises Christians’ homes over blasphemy claims

Thousands of members of the Muslim community - believed to make up over 96% of Pakistan's population - recently set… Read More

August 17, 2023

Best places to visit in Pakistan

While the majestic Himalayas and Karakoram mountain ranges have long been irresistible places to visit for many travellers, they are… Read More

August 17, 2023

Indonesia: Air Pollution a Silent Killer for People Living in Jakarta With Asthma

Living with Asthma in Jakarta, the Indonesian capital which topped the list as the world’s most polluted city, is risky.… Read More

August 16, 2023

Troubles deepen for Chinese government as fertility rate drops to record low

China's fertility rate is estimated to have dropped to a record low of 1.09 last year, according to the National… Read More

August 16, 2023

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin Acquitted of Abuse of Power Charges

The former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin was cleared on four counts of abuse of power involving RM232.5 million (US$50 million)… Read More

August 15, 2023

Google Doodle on Independence Day celebrates India’s rich and diverse textile traditions

On August 15, 2023, as India marks 77 years of independence from British colonial rule, tech giant Google took the… Read More

August 15, 2023

North Korean Leader Calls for Missile Production Surge Amidst Escalating Tensions

Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, recently issued an order to significantly accelerate missile production, raising fears and… Read More

August 14, 2023

K-Pop Concert Concludes 25th World Scout Jamboree in South Korea Amid Heatwaves and Typhoons

Even a K-Pop concert could not lift up the spirits of 40,000 Scouts who had gathered in South Korea for… Read More

August 12, 2023

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