Asia

Powerful Earthquake Strikes North East Japan, Prompting Tsunami Warnings —————————————– A powerful earthquake struck off the northeastern coast of Japan on Monday, April 20, prompting temporary tsunami warnings and emergency evacuations across several coastal regions. According to the Japan Meteorological…

World Uyghur Congress calls for action after ex-police testimony on Xinjiang repression ———————————————– The World Uyghur Congress has urged international action following new testimony from a former Chinese police officer that alleges continued repression and forced labour practices in China’s…

Fire destroys nearly 200 homes in Malaysia’s Sabah, hundreds displaced ———————————- A large fire that broke out in a coastal village in eastern Malaysia’s Sabah state has destroyed around 200 homes and displaced hundreds of residents, authorities said, as emergency…

Uyghur Group Condemns Kazakhstan Sentences, Warns of Shrinking Civic Space —————————————— The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has condemned Kazakhstan’s sentencing of 19 activists, warning the move reflects declining civic freedoms and rising external pressure linked to China. The activists, affiliated…

Philippine Forces Kill 10 Suspected Islamist Militants in Southern Clash ———————————— Philippine security forces killed 10 suspected Islamist extremist militants in a clash in the country’s south on Friday, marking the deadliest confrontation so far this year, The Times of…

Malaysia to increase enforcement against illegal e-waste ————————————– Malaysia will step up enforcement efforts against the import of illegal electronic waste (e-waste) into the country, including setting up a special port branch, Xinhua reported. The special unit will be managed…

Kazakhstan Imprisons 19 Activists for Peaceful Xinjiang Protest ——————————– A court in Kazakhstan has convicted 19 activists over a peaceful protest against alleged human rights abuses in China’s Xinjiang region. The move has drawn strong criticism from international rights groups…

Uzbekistan’s Islamic Civilization Center registered in Guinness World Records —————————————– Uzbekistan has achieved a global milestone as the Center for Islamic Civilization in Tashkent has been officially recognized by the Guinness World Records as the largest museum of Islamic civilization…

Asian nations adopt emergency measures in wake of US-Israel war on Iran ————————————————– Asian nations implement emergency measures, including remote work, fuel rationing, and export curbs, as Iran war disrupts global energy supplies. Asian countries are taking unprecedented steps to…

Philippines Moves to Expand Halal, Muslim-Friendly Tourism Sector ————————————– The Philippines is stepping up efforts to develop its halal and Muslim-friendly tourism industry, highlighting its growing role in attracting visitors and boosting economic development. The Global Tourism Business Association (GTBA)…