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Thailand blasts: 4 dead in multiple blasts at Thai Resorts, several tourists injured

Thailand: Separatists deny role in bomb attacks as peace talk ends

Separatists say that they would surely consider the creation of "safety zones" which is proposed by the Thai government.

Sep 2, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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

Philippines urges China to recognise South China Sea ruling

Philippine Foreign Minister Perfecto Yasay says they are trying to convince China on the UN-backed tribunal ruling.

Aug 30, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan, China and South Korea foreign ministers kick off 2-day joint meeting

Foreign ministers from Japan, China and South Korea meet ahead of G-20 summit

The foreign ministers are expected to discuss regional issues and disputes in the meeting.

Aug 24, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines police chief says 300 officers involved in illegal drugs trade

At least 300 officers involved in illegal drug trade, says Philippines police chief

Director-General Ronald dela Rosa says officers are also accused of protecting syndicates involved in the manufacture and distribution of narcotics.

Aug 23, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Indonesia investigates suspected militant plot to attack Bali

Indonesia: Police investigate suspected IS militant's plot to attack Bali

The police found a bomb and "high (impact) explosive materials" during a raid on the suspect's house.

Aug 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan protests again after Chinese ships sail into waters near disputed isles

Japan protests again after Chinese ships sail near disputed islands

The Japan foreign ministry says in a statement that the Chinese ships' "incursion" violated Japan's sovereignty.

Aug 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: President Duterte willing to face probe into drug killings

Philippines President Duterte threatens to leave UN after drug war criticism

UN has repeatedly condemned the deaths of the suspected drug dealers and users as a violation of human rights.

Aug 21, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Body of missing French tourist found in Nepal

Melanie Guerin's body was sent for an autopsy to Kathmandu in order to find out the cause of her death.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand: Detainees are not involved in deadly tourist resort blasts, say police

Thai deputy national police spokesman Kissana Phatanacharoen says only one warrant of arrest was issued for a suspect in connection with the attacks.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

China to hold military drills amid South China Sea tensions

China holds naval drills in Sea of Japan amid mounting tensions

Japanese media reports that Beijing has built a dock for its warships at a site, which Japan is developing as a military base.

Aug 20, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines receives first Japanese coast guard vessel

BRP Tubbataha is the first of 10 Philippine coast guard ships being built in Japan and supported by Japanese aid.

Aug 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Philippines: President Duterte willing to face probe into drug killings

Senator Leila de Lima, the head of the Senate panel on justice and human rights, will open a public inquiry into drug-related killings next week.

Aug 18, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Japan warns China of deteriorating relations over East China Sea dispute

Japan, China and South Korea to hold meetings over disputes next week

The foreign ministers are expected to discuss regional issues and disputes in the upcoming meeting.

Aug 17, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Thailand: Police arrest two after series of blasts in tourist spots

Thailand court issues arrest warrant for second suspect in deadly tourist town blasts

Defence Minister Prawit Wongsuwan says that southern insurgents might have been hired to carry out the dead bomb attacks.

Aug 16, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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

Joko Widodo says the nation will continue to push for peaceful resolutions to international conflicts.

Aug 16, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

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