All Asia Pacific
- China opens UN door to old foe Taiwan
China is breaking with tradition to back Taiwan's participation in a United Nations event this week. Once bitter political rivals, China's trust in Taiwan has grown over the past five years.
F-15 Silent Eagle: Why South Korea rejected this jetF-15 Silent Eagle: South Korea officials now like the stealth capability of Lockheed Martin's F-35A better than Boeing's F-15 Silent Eagle.
Why disgraced Chinese official Bo Xilai may not quietly fade awayBo Xilai's trial transfixed China with its revelations of political skulduggery and murder. The once highly influential boss of Chongqing has two weeks to appeal his life sentence.
Move over Miss World: A beauty contest for Muslim womenThe World Muslimah Foundation, a Muslim women’s group, is holding a beauty contest in response to the Miss World competition currently taking place in Bali.
North Koreans are visiting Singapore – whither the 'hermit' kingdom?A nonprofit in Singapore is paving a path that some say may help open up North Korea to the outside world and stoke interest in private commerce and economic growth there.
South Koreans head back to work in reclusive NorthThe Kaesong Industrial Complex, located in North Korea, was reopened Monday to South Korean businessmen after a five-month shutdown.
Is the rebel attack in the Philippines a publicity ploy?Elements of the Moro National Liberation Front may be signaling discontent over government negotiations with a rival group.
Stuck in Indonesia: Asylum seekers before they set sail for AustraliaIndonesia is seeing a rise in the number of asylum seekers using it as a transit to Australia.
Tony Abbott to be Australia's new prime minister. Who is he?He's a former boxer, a Rhodes scholar, a Catholic seminarian, and plans to ax a controversial carbon tax and pass an anti-asylum law.
Tokyo 2020: No nuclear worries for IOCTokyo was awarded the 2020 summer Olympics, with the International Olympic Committee convinced that continued leaks from a nuclear power plant in Fukushima are no threat to safety.
Australia's ruling party on edge as voters head to polls SaturdayOpinion polls suggest it doesn't look good for the current Australian government ahead of this weekend's general election. The economy, asylum policy, and carbon tax are key issues.
Blackface Dunkin' Donuts ad in Thailand brings racism accusationFair-skinned teen turns black or 'chocolate' in TV commercial yanked this week. Donut giant is on the defensive.
India's land acquisition bill passes: A win for the economy?India approved land reforms on Thursday that boost farmers' rights but are opposed by other businesses who say the new law won't help the sinking economy.
North Korea looks ready to talk about detained US citizenToday the US diplomat is slated to arrive in Pyongyang to secure the release of Kenneth Bae, the Christian missionary and tour guide who was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor.
Bo Xilai's trial ends, but victims unheardThe trial of high-flying Chinese politician Bo Xilai closed this week after days of dramatic testimony - none of which came from victims of corruption.
Asia pivot: US to sell attack helicopters to Indonesia in $500 million dealAnalysts say the deal would tighten military ties between Washington and Jakarta. But human rights activists are concerned about what the helicopters could be used for.
From Myanmar to China, the cinema industry tests the limits of censorshipMyanmar's once-celebrated film industry is enjoying a revival after years of funding shortages and suffocating censorship, highlighting a quiet effort that could change Asia.
New Fukushima leak puts spotlight on plant operator - againTepco, the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant operator has a complex battle ahead as it navigates global concern about making the plant and surrounding area safe.
Bo Xilai: China trial frowns on rising leader known for charisma, popular styleThe disgraced Chinese political star is on trial for accepting bribes, corruption, and abuse of power. While graft in China is not unusual, Bo Xilai's case is.
Bo Xilai trial: In streets of Dalian, echoes of a fallen star's rise to powerAs China gets set for the trial of the disgraced high-flying politician, it may hinge on economic crimes he is alleged to have committed in the city of Dalian, where he was mayor.
