Human Rights

Desperate for international legitimacy, Burma’s new president has been keen to give the impression of change in the country. ASEAN shouldn’t be fooled.

Joe Biden sparks outrage among conservatives after saying he ‘fully understands’ China’s one-child policy.

China needs a flat social organisation that can take care of people’s physical and spiritual needs, argues Pan Wei.

Controversial Chinese artist Ai Weiwei is released on bail in Beijing after more than two months in detention.

Canberra shouldn’t be surprised by Indonesia’s quest for US military hardware. But how will it balance Jakarta?

Disappointed over human rights and the rule of law in China, don’t expect European leaders to lift the arms embargo.

ASEAN was right to deny Burma the chairmanship. But hypocrisy on rights makes it harder to drive the message home.

Thein Sein has had a tough start to the presidency in Burma. But denying Burma the ASEAN chair would have to be only the start of increased pressure.

The Chinese government may be cracking down hard on dissent. But some protesters are treated more gently than others, argues Minxin Pei.

The Cambodian government’s plan to require that NGOs be registered is just an excuse to stifle legitimate protests, activists say.

The detention of Ai Weiwei is part of a broader strategy, says Kelley Currie. With international criticism muted, expect more of the same.

The mystery continues surrounding detained Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, with family members still in the dark.