China
Hong Kong court hears closing arguments in Jimmy Lai trial
The 77-year-old Apple Daily founder faces life in prison if convicted of National Security Law violations.
Korea
North Korea’s Kim, Putin vow cooperation in phone call
Putin praised North Korea’s help in Russia’s conflict with Ukraine ahead of a planned summit with President Trump.
South China Sea
Chinese vessels collide while chasing Philippine boat near disputed Scarborough Shoal
A Chinese coast guard ship hit a much larger Chinese vessel while pursuing a Philippine boat in the South China Sea
China
China pressures Bangkok gallery to remove Uyghur, Tibetan, Hong Kong artwork
Removed was a multimedia installation by a Tibetan artist, the words “Hong Kong”, “Tibet” and “Uyghur” redacted.
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South China Sea
Philippine defense chief condemns Chinese activity near Second Thomas Shoal
His remarks come as Manila and Australia conduct drills and aim to deepen cooperation in the South China Sea.
China
Hong Kong activists granted asylum in U.K., Australia
Activist Tony Chung and ex-lawmaker Ted Hui were both prosecuted under Hong Kong’s national security law.
Tibet
China’s Xi makes a rare visit to Tibet to mark 60 years of contested rule
Tibetan government in exile says the visit ‘rings hollow’ as Beijing ‘lacks both historical and popular legitimacy’
Myanmar
Myanmar’s ruling junta sets Dec. 28 election date as civil war rages
Critics expect the vote to be a sham aimed at keeping the country’s military in power.
Uyghur
U.S. bill targets Chinese repression of Uyghurs
The measure would boost sanctions and direct officials to counter Chinese propaganda and preserve Uyghur culture.
Myanmar
Myanmar junta forms new government ahead of elections
Military leader Min Aung Hlaing retains power as martial law is declared in parts of the country.
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