South Korea's first transgender soldier, who was discharged from the military last year for having gender reassignment surgery, was found dead in her home on Wednesday, authorities said. ( read original story ...)
GC Pharma says picked to import and distribute 40 million doses of Moderna’s vaccine in South Korea
South Korean drugmaker GC Pharma said on Thursday it was picked to import and distribute 40 million doses of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine in South Korea. "We are proud to be partnering with the ... ( read original story ...)
U.N. says at least 38 dead in Myanmar anti-coup protests, as security forces shoot to kill
Shooting protesters to kill has emerged again as a crowd control tactic in Myanmar, used to disperse demonstrators alongside tear gas and stun grenades. ( read original story ...)
Myanmar a ‘war zone’ as security forces open fire on peaceful protesters, killing 38
At least 38 people were killed after Myanmar's security forces opened fire on young peaceful protesters in towns and cities across the Southeast Asian nation Wednesday, in scenes described as "a war ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore regulator tells banks to monitor Myanmar fund flows after coup
Singapore's central bank has told financial firms to be vigilant to any suspicious transactions or fund flows between the city-state and Myanmar, a circular seen by Reuters showed, citing concerns ... ( read original story ...)
Almost 40 protesters are killed on the streets of Myanmar in bloodiest day so far since the military seized power in coup
Heavily armoured police and military have gunned down protesters and fired tear gas at crowds in Myanmar, leaving at least 38 dead in the 'bloodiest' day since the military coup last month. ( read original story ...)
Push to End Tourist Quarantines in Thailand as Shots Rolled Out
Follow Bloomberg on LINE messenger for all the business news and analysis you need.One of the most tourism-dependent countries in the world, Thailand is eyeing plans for vaccine passports and ... ( read original story ...)
Thailand reopening looks more promising after coronavirus wave tamed
Thailand's tourism reopening plans are gaining momentum as authorities roll out a national inoculation program and look into coronavirus vaccine passports and quarantine waivers. ( read original story ...)
Vietnam’s Covid-19 vaccination drive likely to begin next week: Health official
Vietnam's Covid-19 vaccination will begin right after the health ministry receives an accreditation certificate from South Korea for the Covid-19 vaccine batch that arrived on Feb 24, which is due ... ( read original story ...)
Five foreigners captured for illegally entering Vietnam
Five Chinese nationals illegally entering Vietnam have been arrested, said Nguyen Van Giao, head of the Long Khot border post in the Mekong Delta province of Long An said on March 3. ( read original story ...)