China
Taiwan test fires new U.S.-supplied rocket system for first time
HIMARS launched in annual drills boost the island’s capabilities against a potential Chinese invasion.
China
US and China agree to slash tariffs for 90 days
Both Washington and Beijing said they will continue discussions on economic and trade policy.
Myanmar
Fighting and freedom: Essential stories from RFA Burmese
RFA has covered the rollercoaster of Myanmar’s modern history for an audience thirsty for independent news.
Tibet
Devotion and defiance: Highlights from RFA Tibetan
For nearly three decades, Radio Free Asia has reported epochal moments in the history of modern Tibet.
On March 15, the U.S. administration terminated funding for Radio Free Asia, so we are now operating with fewer staff. We are still providing limited news updates on our website and social media. Thanks for your continuing support and for trusting in RFA.
Environment
US deep sea mining plan would likely violate international law
Unilateral approach to exploiting seabed could strain relations with other nations.
Korea
North Korea’s 1st daughter makes debut at diplomatic event with Kim Jong Un
Teen Kim Ju Ae’s appearance at the Russian Embassy in Pyongyang fuels speculation she’s being groomed to be leader.
Cambodia
Activist records destruction of Cambodian ‘protected’ forest, tree by tree
Prime Minister Hun Manet has promised to stop illegal logging, but the environment ministry blames the activist.
Myanmar
Junta bombs rebel territory in western Myanmar, kills children, elderly
The attack comes a day after a school bombing that killed nearly 20 children.
Uyghur
Uncovering injustice: Key stories from RFA Uyghur
Source reporting by the only international Uyghur language news service revealing repression inside Xinjiang.
Laos
The difficulty with dams: Key stories from RFA Lao
RFA reported on the communist nation’s rush to dam the Mekong, the plight of migrant workers and human trafficking.
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