A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Iraq and swisspeace, to strengthen efforts for peacebuilding and social cohesion in Iraq. ( read original story ...)
North Korean workers in Russia defect to South Korea
April 5 (UPI) --Three North Korean laborers who were detained in Russia have been freed and allowed to travel to South Korea, according to a Russian news report. Baikal Daily reported Saturday the ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar’s junta releases 8 of 11 people arrested after communicating with CNN
Yangon, Myanmar (CNN)At least eight of 11 people who were detained after communicating with CNN journalists in Myanmar were released on Monday, according to three sources close to those detained, who ... ( read original story ...)
CNN reports from inside Myanmar. Here’s what we’re seeing
CNN Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward is in Myanmar reporting on the protests that are taking place in the country. CNN is in Myanmar with the permission of the military and the team is ... ( read original story ...)
CNN gets remarkable access to Myanmar. Here’s what we’re seeing
CNN Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward is in Myanmar reporting on the protests that are taking place in the country. CNN is in Myanmar with the permission of the military and the team ... ( read original story ...)
Myanmar junta charges celebrities with promoting protests
YANGON, Myanmar (AP) — Myanmar’s ruling junta stepped up its campaign against celebrities who support nationwide protests against its seizure of power, publishing wanted lists in the state press and ... ( read original story ...)
ASEAN leaders to meet over Myanmar, chair Brunei says
KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Brunei, the chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries, on Monday threw its support behind a regional leaders’ meeting to discuss developments in ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand orders bar closings in capital to stop virus spread
Officials in Thailand's capital on Monday ordered a two-week closure of all entertainment venues in three districts to try to limit the spread of the coronavirus from nightspots there. ( read original story ...)
India Cases at Record; Thailand Finds New Clusters: Virus Update
(Bloomberg) -- The Indian government said it’s well-equipped to deal with a second wave of infections as new case numbers climbed to more than 100,000 over the past 24 hours. Authorities in Mumbai ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand prioritizes Covid vaccinations on resort island to give tourism a shot in the arm
The island of Phuket aims to deliver shots to at least 460,000 people - most of its population - as it gears up for July 1, when vaccinated overseas visitors will no longer be required to quarantine. ( read original story ...)