Asia Pacific | 01/12/09
The Communist Party speaks sharply – yet again – in a bid to curtail flourishing seasonal corruption.
01/12/09
Thailand's lèse-majesté laws are already strict, but a new crackdown on insults has resulted in a spike in arrests, including that of an Australian novelist.
Daily Update > Terrorism & Security | 01/13/09
The delegation will discuss buying fuel rods from a North Korean reactor, a step in the North's disarmament process.
Asia Pacific | 01/08/09
Beijing hopes stoking domestic consumption can boost its slowing economy. But convincing a nation of savers to spend more during hard times may be a tough sell.
Asia Pacific | 01/07/09
Police have detained activists behind the democracy petition, which has drawn diverse support.
Asia Pacific | 01/06/09
A Beijing treatment center for Web-addicted youths includes counseling, group games like laser tag, and physical exercise.
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