President Tsai Ing-wen called on international support to defend self-ruled island’s democracy and way of life in the face of renewed threats from China.
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Election Reform in Malaysia Still Beholden to Racial Politics
Since the election of a new party, new government has delivered a number of reforms, including abolishing the nation’s sedition law and the death penalty.
13 Canadian Citizens Detained in China Since Huawei CFO Arrest
Canada says 13 of its citizens are detained in China since Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou was arrested last month in Vancouver at the request of the United States.
It’s Time to End Malaysia’s System of Detention Without Trial
The Malaysian government should promptly repeal laws that permit detention without trial, which might just happen Human Rights Watch said today.
Bangladesh Election Abuses Need an Independent Probe
An independent and impartial commission should investigate the serious allegations of abuses in the Bangladesh elections, Human Rights Watch said today.
Trump Mocks Indian PM for Building Afghan Library
U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday mocked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for funding a library in Afghanistan, suggesting it was of no use.
Vietnam Says New Law Will Censor Internet But Not Close Websites
Vietnam is looking to the law as way to control public criticism of government activity, activist bloggers believe. Bloggers have been arrested.
Rights Activists See Chinese Human Rights Deteriorating
In China, 2018 has been a year that rights defenders worldwide say was extremely repressive, particularly when it comes to religious persecution.
Hong Kong Pro-Democracy Activists Stage New Year Demonstrations
Thousands of demonstrators marched in the streets of Hong Kong on New Year’s Day to protest China’s apparent tightening grip on the territory.
Top Chinese Officials Forced to Carry Out Self-Criticisms
Top Chinese officials forced to undergo self-criticism state media said Thursday in further sign of President Xi Jinping’s efforts to enforce party loyalty.