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Innocent people and children killed in Philippines drug war are 'collateral damage', says Duterte

Philippines' Duterte says he wants US troops out in two years

The US has around 50,000 troops in the Philippines as a counterbalance against Chinese influence in the region.

Oct 26, 2016

By Jacob J

Philippines says China will be 'loser' unless it recognises South China Sea ruling

Senior US diplomat in Manila seeking clarifications over 'separation' threat

Officials will also discuss the overall bilateral relations between the two allies.

Oct 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Back in Philippines Duterte clarifies he doesn't want to cut ties with US

Duterte changes his opinion and says he will not sever diplomatic ties with the United States.

Oct 22, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore, Australia sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to strengthen bilateral ties

Prime Minister Lee pays respects to Thailand's late King Bhumibol in Bangkok

Lee places wreath at the Royal Urn in the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall.

Oct 21, 2016

By Bihu Ray

'Philippines will maintain trade and economic ties with US'

Philippines presidential office urges public to wait for the final guidelines before interpreting Duterte's stance on US.

Oct 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand: Why popular princess Maha Sirindhorn will never succeed Bhumibol

Thailand: Why popular princess Maha Sirindhorn will not succeed Bhumibol

Princess Sirindhorn is the most popular of late king Bhumibol's children.

Oct 20, 2016

By Jacob J

After 'goodbye' to US, Duterte and Xi agree to resume South China Sea talks

Duterte reached Beijing on Tuesday with the aim of paving the way for what he calls a new commercial alliance.

Oct 20, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Avoid fishing in disputed area, Philippines tells fishermen

'China may give access to Filipino fishermen in Scarborough Shoal'

China's demand from the Philippines, if any, is not clear yet in exchange for the fishing concession.

Oct 19, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Vietnam: Prime Minister orders military to hunt for missing helicopter

Vietnam PM orders hunt after another military helicopter goes missing

The government says Airbus EC 130 T2 helicopter was carrying an instructor and two trainee pilots when it disappeared.

Oct 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

President Widodo says Indonesia actively involved in resolving South China Sea conflicts

President Jokowi in Papua to inaugurate new airport, launch fuel scheme

The President is also scheduled to witness the operation preparations for Air Tractor AT-802 in Yahukimo.

Oct 18, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Philippines President Duterte vows to end joint US military drills

New survey shows most Filipinos disagree with Duterte on China policy

President is taking a business delegation of more than 200 along with him, and expects to sign agreements with Beijing

Oct 18, 2016

By Jacob J

Philippine President Duterte apologises to Jews for Hitler remark

Philippine President Duterte open to military exercise with China, but not with US

Duterte vows not to surrender sovereignty or deviate from the July ruling regarding the South China Sea issue.

Oct 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Children killed in drug war are collateral damage says Philippines' Duterte

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte says police can kill hundreds of civilians without criminal liability.

Oct 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Pakistan is 'mother-ship of terrorism', says Indian PM Narendra Modi at BRICS summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a fresh attack on Pakistan at 2016 BRICS summit on Sunday.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Philippine Abu Sayyaf militants 'hungry' for caliphate, says Duterte

Philippines: President Duterte promises to raise Hague ruling during Beijing visit

However, Duterte said that there would be no "hard imposition" of it.

Oct 16, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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