Asia

The semi-official China Islamic Association has undergone a significant rebranding, removing its traditional Arabic-style green logo featuring Islamic symbols from its website and social media, South China Morning Post reported. This change reflects Beijing’s ongoing campaign to “sinicise” religions in…

As of February 2025, Hong Kong has certified 52 hotels and 153 halal restaurants to cater to Muslim travelers, reinforcing its position as a Muslim-friendly destination, EN.Tempo.CO reported. The hotel accreditation, in partnership with Crescent Rating, ensures facilities are suitable…

Thousands gathered in Kathmandu on Sunday to welcome former King Gyanendra Shah, demanding the reinstatement of the monarchy and the return of Hinduism as the state religion, VOA reported. An estimated 10,000 supporters blocked the entrance to Tribhuvan International Airport,…

In 2024, the UAE faces a significant food waste challenge, with an estimated 3.27 million tons discarded annually, Arab News reported. In Dubai, 38% of prepared food is wasted daily, increasing to 60% during Ramadan. To combat this, the UAE…

The honourable residence of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi will host its annual women’s gathering in commemoration of the passing of Lady Khadijah al-Kubra (peace be upon her). This event will take place on Wednesday, the 11th of Ramadan, corresponding to March…

A severe heat wave has prompted the closure of schools in nearly half of the Philippine capital, Manila, affecting over 2.8 million students, Arab News reported. Local officials announced the decision as soaring temperatures marked the start of the torrid…

On Thursday, Thailand deported approximately 40 Uyghur asylum seekers back to China, sparking outrage among human rights organizations, New York Times reported. Activists and foreign governments had previously warned that the deportees, part of a persecuted Muslim minority, could face…

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has publicly sought forgiveness from Muslims for the 2004 Tak Bai massacre, where 78 protesters suffocated in army trucks during a crackdown, Anadolu Agency reported. Speaking at a school in Narathiwat province, Thaksin acknowledged…

Amnesty International Taiwan, alongside six partner organizations, is set to present a joint statement to President Lai Ching-Te on February 25, emphasizing the need for robust human rights protections in the digital age. This statement will be delivered during RightsCon2025,…

Ghojaniyaz Yollugh Tekin, a prominent Uyghur historian and expert on Uyghur place names, is serving a 17-year prison sentence in Hotan, Xinjiang, after being detained in 2017, RFA reported. His sentencing came in late 2018, following his research and writings…