More than 200 Indonesian musicians rally against music bill being considered in the legislature that they say could limit freedom of expression.
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Turkish-Chinese Relations on Edge After Diplomatic Blunder
A new video showing detained Uighur poet and musician Abdurehim Heyit in apparent good health has silenced reports of the renowned artist’s death.
Taiwan Nearly Cured of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Taiwan’s democracy, established in the 1980s, is firm, successful and arguably the most advanced in East Asia. So it is no surprise they are making a well-considered move in public health.
China Rejects Turkey’s Criticism on Uyghurs and Denies Poet’s Death
China has rejected Turkey’s criticism of Beijing’s treatment of Uighurs and also denied that Uighur poet and musician has died.
Rights Group Condemns Arbitrary Detention of Pakistan Protesters
Global rights alliance Civicus condemns the prison detention of protesters of the ethnic PTM in Pakistan and killing of one of their leaders.
Behind the Withdrawn Nomination of a Thai Princess For PM
Nomination of Thai Princess Ubolratana Mahidol as PM withdrawn by political party in response to statement from younger brother, King Maha Vajiralongkorn.
Ex-Malaysia PM Razak on Charm Offensive Before Graft Trial
Ex-Malaysia P.M pleaded not guilty to charges of criminal breach of trust, abuse of power and money laundering, over suspected multibillion-dollar fraud.
More Papuan Political Activists Being Held in Prison by Indonesia
Indonesian authorities should release and drop treason charges against three Papuan activists for peaceful advocacy in the Papua mining town of Timika.
Apparent Hacking of Australian National Parliament’s Computers
Australian authorities are investigating the apparent hacking of the national parliament’s computer network, two senior lawmakers said Friday.
North Korean Flag at Heart of New Loyalty Campaign
North Korea is stepping up a new loyalty campaign as leader Kim Jong Un prepares for his second summit with President Donald Trump.