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What was China’s Khmer Rouge Role?

What was China’s Khmer Rouge Role?

As the trial of former senior Khmer Rouge members continues, debate rages over how much China’s leadership knew about a key slave labor project.

Vietnam Facing Economic Crisis?

Vietnam Facing Economic Crisis?

With inflation soaring, Vietnam’s factories are feeling the pinch. Are a raft of government reforms too little too late to prevent an economic crisis?

Murder on the Mekong

Murder on the Mekong

The killing of a dozen Chinese workers in Southeast Asia’s Golden Triangle has prompted an assertive response from China. Too assertive for some of its neighbors.

Malaysia’s Militant Headache

Malaysia’s Militant Headache

Recent arrests have sparked fears that militants may be eyeing a Mumbai-style attack. Foreigners would be the likely target.

Thai Floods a Wake-up Call

Thai Floods a Wake-up Call

The devastating floods in Thailand are a reminder that climate-related challenges are here to stay. The government needs to act boldly.

Law Not War in the South China Sea

Law Not War in the South China Sea

Years of school-taught nationalism has complicated efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the South China Sea dispute. Time to try the legal route.

“Killing Fields” Trial Ready to Go

“Killing Fields” Trial Ready to Go

Pol Pot’s surviving lieutenants are about to get their day in court. But will a much-criticized process be able to bring Cambodians the justice they’re searching for?

Obama’s Vital Asia Trade Mission

Obama’s Vital Asia Trade Mission

If Barack Obama wants to ensure opportunities, jobs and a safer world for the United States then there’s nothing more important than his trade mission to Asia.

Central Bangkok Spared, For Now

Central Bangkok Spared, For Now

Central Bangkok has escaped massive flooding that has so far claimed hundreds of lives. But with high tides to persist for a week, locals are still preparing for the worst.

West Papuans Cry For Help

West Papuans Cry For Help

Despite facing a well-armed Indonesian Army, many West Papuans are determined to fight for a greater say in their future. William Lloyd George travels to the jungles of West Papua to meet the rebels.

Genie Out of Bottle in Thailand

Genie Out of Bottle in Thailand

Thailand’s political elites are struggling to cope with the concept of a popular mandate. But Thais are increasingly demanding accountability.

Laos’ Murky War on Drugs

Laos’ Murky War on Drugs

Laos has vowed to be drug free by 2015. But the Somsanga ‘treatment centre’ offers a glimpse into a world of abuse, beatings and suicide.

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