Myanmar
Myanmar’s Suu Kyi faces worsening health in military custody, son says
The 80-year-old Nobel laureate, imprisoned since 2021, is said to need urgent attention for heart issues.
China
Xi stresses China’s enduring friendship with North Korea in meeting with Kim
“This position will not change,” the Chinese president said, according to state media.
Uyghur
U.S. House passes Uyghur Policy Act supporting victims of persecution by China
Bill directing State Department to coordinate Uyghur human rights policy now heads to the Senate.
China
Kim, Putin, Xi share world stage at China’s military parade
The leaders’ collaboration is a “direct challenge” to the world order, the E.U.’s foreign policy chief says.
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South China Sea
China says it will create nature reserve on disputed Scarborough Shoal
Philippine officials call the plan a “clear pretext for occupation” of the South China Sea atoll.
Cambodia
$2 billion Chinese-built airport opens in Cambodia
The 10-square-mile, three-runway hub near Phnom Penh is part of an effort to boost tourism.
Myanmar
Myanmar election results expected at end of January, official says
The details come as officials contend with opposition groups and prosecute election critics.
China
Hong Kong legislature rejects bill on same-sex partnerships
The measure followed a ruling requiring the government to create a legal framework for recognizing same-sex unions.
China
Closing arguments conclude in Hong Kong mogul Jimmy Lai’s trial
A judge said the court will rule “in good time” in the national security case against the Apple Daily founder.
China
Damaged Chinese ship now under repair, satellite images show
The coast guard vessel struck another Chinese ship during an incident in the South China Sea earlier this month.
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