Myanmar
Myanmar military trainers extorting money from families of forcibly recruited soldiers
Families of individuals forcibly recruited into Myanmar's military junta told bno IntelliNews that so-called training instructors are extorting money from them.
The cost of survival in Myanmar: Sustainability vs deforestation in war-torn Chin State
How those on the ground in Myanmar are being forced to abandon sustainable living — just to survive.
Xi Jinping, Thai PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra discuss online scams, strengthen ties amid global uncertainty
China's President Xi Jinping welcomed Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to Beijing on February 6, marking a significant moment in the 50th anniversary of China-Thailand diplomatic relations.
Myanmar junta slammed on fourth anniversary of coup as protests erupt worldwide
Western countries condemn the military regime for its "escalating violence against civilians, including human rights abuses, sexual and gender-based violence".
Authorities seize $3.8mn of meth in northeastern India
India's Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has intercepted two major drug consignments worth a combined $3.8mn in northeastern India. The seizures were part of a larger anti-drug operation targeting organised trafficking networks in the region.
Hundreds of children killed or injured in Myanmar in 2024: UNICEF
UNICEF in Myanmar has reported a devastating toll on children in the country through 2024, with over 750 children killed or injured due to the escalating armed conflict.
IEA: Access to energy improving worldwide, driven by renewables
Having a reliable electricity supply is something many of us take for granted – including for sending and reading emails like this one. But hundreds of millions of people around the world today don’t have access to electricity.
Balancing growth and sustainability: Southeast Asia’s energy dilemma
With its rapidly growing economies, booming populations, and increasing urbanisation, Southeast Asia is witnessing a tremendous surge in energy demand
Myanmar junta to allow observers for controversial 2025 election amid ongoing conflict
Myanmar's military-controlled Union Election Commission has announced plans to permit domestic and international observers to monitor the country's forthcoming general election, scheduled for 2025
US imposes preliminary duties on Southeast Asian solar imports
The US Commerce Department has announced preliminary duties of up to 271% on solar imports from Southeast Asia, citing findings that these products are being sold below production costs, harming domestic manufacturers