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Pakistan

Former PM Imran Khan's to be held for 8 days, rules Pakistan court

There have been riots and street demonstrations across Pakistan after a court ruled former Prime Minister Imran Khan is to be held for eight days while police investigate corruption allegations.

10/05/2023

Destinations

Why India’s islands are the perfect place to recharge and relax

Did you know that India has more than 1,200 islands?

25/03/2023

Destinations

Visit China’s ‘Venice of the East’ for waterways, nature and gardens

This coastal Chinese province is a must for foodies and nature lovers.

23/03/2023

Culture news

Award-winning Chinese sculptor Zheng Lu’s works come to London

The exhibition will feature some of Lu's new works from the 'Water in Dripping' and 'Aurora Edge' series.

17/03/2023

Destinations

This Vietnamese cave is so big it has its own ecosystem

From limestone pillars to cave forests, here are some of our favourite places to explore in Vietnam.

15/03/2023

Bangladesh

No reports of casualties after fire guts refugee camp in Bangladesh

A massive fire raced through a crammed refugee camp for Rohingya Muslims in southern Bangladesh on Sunday, leaving thousands homeless.

05/03/2023

China

Philippines accuses China of firing a laser at one of its ships

The Philippines has accused a Chinese coastguard ship of hitting one of its ships with a military-grade laser and moving dangerously close to it.

13/02/2023

Food and Drink

Would you eat the giant legs of this luxury Vietnamese dragon chicken?

Let's take a look at Dong Tao chickens, also known as Dragon-tailed chickens - a rare and expensive breed of chicken that are native to Vietnam.

21/01/2023

World News

The countries where population is declining

China recorded its first population decline in 60 years on Tuesday. But it is not the only country where the number of people is falling.

17/01/2023

Food and Drink

Grape expectations: India's biggest winemaker targets new TV audience

The pandemic has seen millions Indians change their daily habits in more ways than one. India's biggest winemaker is hoping to make big profits from a new market, driven by aspirational lifestyles depicted on television and streaming platforms.

23/12/2022

Europe News

EU marks 45 years of diplomatic ties with southeast Asian countries

EU leaders hosted counterparts from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, as the union is shaken by a recent corruption scandal within its Parliament.

14/12/2022

United Kingdom

Britain seeks out new friends in Africa, Asia and Latin America

The British foreign secretary is expected to say on Monday that his country must look beyond its "traditional" allies.

11/12/2022

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Rescuers pull a young boy from the rubble after Indonesia earthquake

A six-year-old boy has been pulled from the rubble of a deadly Indonesia earthquake after spending two days trapped under debris without food or water, in a "miracle" rescue.

24/11/2022

Green News

Global South women should be ‘leaders, not victims’ in climate crisis

“Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and local community women and girls should be leaders of climate action, not victims of climate policies,” says Archana Soreng, youth climate activist.

11/11/2022

Travel News

Taiwan lifts COVID-19 border rules after more than two years

Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong have announced plans to ease strict COVID entry requirements. But what about nearby China?

13/10/2022

Experiences

The remote island you have to visit now Japan has reopened

Japan has reopened to international tourists. The remote island of Iriomote is a must stop on your next trip.

12/10/2022

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Malaysia celebrates 65th Independence Day with parades

Malaysia celebrates its 65th Indepence Day on Wednesday in the capital of Kuala Lumpur, with over 20,000 people taking part in parades that involved flag-waving uniformed personnel and military vehicles.

31/08/2022

Indonesia

Euroviews. Letter from Indonesia: The EU and Southeast Asian nations are stronger together | View

Airlangga Hartarto, co-ordinating minister of economic affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, tells us why he believes the EU should forge stronger economic bonds with his country and its neighbours.

02/06/2022

Destinations

Israel drops all travel restrictions in boost for tourism

Israel is celebrating a "crucial milestone" as it scraps all Covid-19 entry rules for travellers.

18/05/2022

Destinations

Which are the best islands to visit in the Philippines?

Here's why you should visit the Southeast Asian archipelago with the world's best diving.

13/05/2022