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Japan denies China's claim of 'dangerous and unprofessional conduct' by fighter jets

Japan denies China claim of 'dangerous' fighter sorties during routine drill

Japan vows to keep an eye on Chinese military and protect country's land, sea and air space.

Dec 13, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Trump names oilman and Russophile Rex Tillerson as next secretary of state

President Putin awarded Tillerson Russia's Order of Friendship in 2013.

Dec 13, 2016

By Jacob J

Antonio Guterres calls for changes at UN as he takes office

'He's looking for a big shake-up, reshuffle ... He's looking to create ... a different feeling'

Dec 13, 2016

By Jacob J

Bill English elected New Zealand prime minister; focus now cabinet reshuffle

English choses Steven Joyce, the minister for economic development, as the new finance minister.

Dec 12, 2016

By Jacob J

Jakarta police tightens security before Ahok blasphemy trial begins

The trial will start from 13 December at the old Central Jakarta Court building.

Dec 10, 2016

By Bihu Ray

Obama scraps meeting with Philippine President Duterte after insult

Obama orders probe into election cyber attacks, fears Russia will go unpunished under Trump

Obama orders the probe into the 'malicious cyber activities' to be completed before he leaves office.

Dec 10, 2016

By Jacob J

Vietnam dredges on disputed reef in South China Sea

Vietnam starts dredging work on disputed reef in South China Sea

Authorities say several vessels were found in a carved out embankment on the reef's edge.

Dec 9, 2016

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Taiwan President Tsai apologises to indigenous people, promises to look after their interest

On collision path with China, Taiwan leader reasserts claims in South China Sea

Tsai says freedom of navigation and flights in the region should be protected.

Dec 9, 2016

By Jacob J

Malaysian Sultans start conclave to elect next King

Najib snubs Mahathir again by cancelling invitation to new king's inauguration

Mahathir told he will not be provided with any seat at the inauguration of new king Sultan Muhammad V of Kelantan.

Dec 8, 2016

By Jacob J

China asks US to block Taiwan president Tsai Ing-wen's entry

Allowing Tsai transit in US will send wrong signals to Taiwan independence forces, says Beijing.

Dec 7, 2016

By Jacob J

Former Malaysia PM Mahathir questioned by police for the second time in June

Mahathir says corrupt Najib Razak is destroying Malaysia and pushing racist agenda

Mahathir warns Najib is dividing the country on racial and religious lines for winning elections.

Dec 7, 2016

By Jacob J

Iron lady of Tamil Nadu, Jayalalithaa: A timeline

One of the iconic leaders of Indian politics, Jayalalithaa died on Monday after battling death for 74 days.

Dec 6, 2016

By Ambili S

Trump vs Clinton: A hilarious roll call of the US Presidential election campaign (PHOTOS)

China: 'Donald Trump Twitter comments are unexpected, outrageous, reckless and combative'

Trump is throwing a tantrum and making hollow noises, Global Times says.

Dec 6, 2016

By Jacob J

Philippines: Leni Robredo hits out at Duterte in first reactions after quitting

'I will be an opposition leader. I will oppose policies that will be detrimental to the people'

Dec 6, 2016

By Jacob J

Jayalalithaa dies: Singapore Foreign Minister Balakrishnan to travel to India to pay tribute

A press release from the Foreign Affairs ministry said Vivian Balakrishnan will travel to India

Dec 6, 2016

By Bihu Ray

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