Vietnam

Vietnam police suspend officer in connection with suspicious death

Vu Minh Duc’s body showed signs of severe beating, his family said.

Myanmar

Myanmar ethnic army sets eyes on ninth township in Rakhine state

The Arakan Army has already captured a camp near regional junta military headquarters, residents said.

SE Asia Region

A no man’s land is key to unlocking a 20-year Thai-Cambodian spat

Resuming discussions could lead to more resources in energy-starved nations.

China

China’s Xi meets US execs as Beijing aims to woo, reignite investor interest

The meeting’s effectiveness lies in whether business leaders could tell Xi directly what is needed, says expert.

Vietnam

Vietnam arrests Buddhist abbot from Khmer Krom minority

2 followers were also detained, and authorities are targeting the pagoda in southern Vietnam, a monk said.

China

Chinese cities ban burning of 'ghost money' ahead of grave festival

The move sparks a public outcry after officials say paper offerings for the dead are 'feudal superstition.'

Vietnam

Vietnam arrests Buddhist abbot from Khmer Krom minority

2 followers were also detained, and authorities are targeting the pagoda in southern Vietnam, a monk said.

Seaweed farmers struggle in post-COVID Cambodia