China
EXPLAINED: How China hopes to kickstart its flagging economy
The ruling Chinese Communist Party says it will loosen monetary policy and spend more, in bid to boost confidence.
Pacific
Papua New Guinea reveals defense deal with US worth $864 million
No figure valuing the bilateral agreement signed in 2023 has previously been released.
Myanmar
Myanmar’s economy to contract by 1% this year on conflict, floods: World Bank
Households bear the brunt of worsening economy and 25% of the population face ‘food insecurity’
China
China mobilizes ‘staggering’ naval presence in Taiwan Strait: Taipei
Deployment comes after Taiwan leader’s Pacific tour that included a US stop.
China
Taiwan warns internet celebrities on collusion after video uproar
Online influencers have become an important part of China’s propaganda war against the island, said Taiwan.
World
Most compelling people of 2024: Year in review
As everyday people become newsmakers, RFA looks back at their stories that captivated audiences
China
London council rejects China’s ‘super-embassy’ plan - again
Campaigners against the massive facility fear the decision may soon be taken out of local people's hands.
Myanmar
Arakan Army takes fight to Myanmar’s western command in bid to control Rakhine state
The junta is responding with aerial strikes and troop reinforcements.
China
US offers $10 million reward for Chinese hackers
The Commerce Department also sanctioned 8 other companies for human rights abuses in China, Myanmar and Russia.
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