Asia & Pacific – Page 146 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

That was quick! Duterte sacks ‘drugs tzar’ just weeks after appointment

Posted on November 25, 2019November 25, 2019By Editor

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has removed major political rival and fierce critic of his drug war campaign, Leni Robredo, from his administration’s top anti-drug post, mere weeks after he put her in the position. … Read More >That was quick! Duterte sacks ‘drugs tzar’ just weeks after appointment

Man set on fire by Hong Kong protesters ‘can’t recognize his own daughter’ after 10+ days in coma

Posted on November 23, 2019November 23, 2019By Editor

A Chinese man set ablaze by rioters in Hong Kong, seen in a deeply disturbing video that shocked social media users, has woken up after more than 10 days in a coma but faces a long and painful recovery – both in body and mind. … Read More >Man set on fire by Hong Kong protesters ‘can’t recognize his own daughter’ after 10+ days in coma

Chinese ambassador warns Canada of ‘VERY BAD damage’ to relations if it takes up US line on HK protests

Posted on November 23, 2019November 23, 2019By Editor

Beijing’s new ambassador to Canada has urged Ottawa not to echo American support for ongoing protests in Hong Kong, warning that such a move would be ruinous to relations for the two countries. … Read More >Chinese ambassador warns Canada of ‘VERY BAD damage’ to relations if it takes up US line on HK protests

Beijing urges Washington to end ‘provocative actions’ in South China Sea after US warships conduct ‘freedom of navigation’ mission

Posted on November 22, 2019November 22, 2019By Editor

China slammed “provocative” American operations in the South China Sea after US Navy warships passed by several strategic islands claimed by Beijing. Washington, as usual, says it is only protecting the “freedom of navigation.” … Read More >Beijing urges Washington to end ‘provocative actions’ in South China Sea after US warships conduct ‘freedom of navigation’ mission

UN decries ‘extreme violence’ by Hong Kong protesters amid fears of further escalation

Posted on November 20, 2019November 20, 2019By Editor

The UN Human Rights Office said it was gravely concerned by increased violence on the part of some ‘very angry’ protesters in Hong Kong, urging accountability for both the wrongdoers and police using excessive force in response. … Read More >UN decries ‘extreme violence’ by Hong Kong protesters amid fears of further escalation

Worst deal ever? S. Korea fumes as US tries to raise price tag for hosting American troops by FIVE TIMES

Posted on November 19, 2019November 19, 2019By Editor

A US demand for South Korea to quintuple spending for hosting American troops earned a stiff rebuke from Seoul, to which Washington responded by walking out of “cost-sharing” talks to give Koreans time to “reconsider.” … Read More >Worst deal ever? S. Korea fumes as US tries to raise price tag for hosting American troops by FIVE TIMES

Protesters rally outside Japan’s 1st arms show amid fears of a return to WWII-era militarism (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Posted on November 18, 2019November 18, 2019By Editor

Some 200 protesters gathered outside a convention center near Tokyo to demonstrate against the government-backed DSEI Japan exhibition, the country’s first-ever arms show. … Read More >Protesters rally outside Japan’s 1st arms show amid fears of a return to WWII-era militarism (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

Hong Kong rioters bombard ambulance truck with bricks and stones to free arrested protester (VIDEOS)

Posted on November 18, 2019November 18, 2019By Editor

Violent anti-government protesters ambushed an ambulance truck as they rushed to free a detained female demonstrator, prompting warning shots from a police officer that was sitting inside the vehicle. … Read More >Hong Kong rioters bombard ambulance truck with bricks and stones to free arrested protester (VIDEOS)

Hong Kong police starts dispersing protesters outside university campus (VIDEO)

Posted on November 18, 2019November 18, 2019By Editor

Riots police began dispersing protesters in Hong Kong after several days of standoff near the Polytechnic University. … Read More >Hong Kong police starts dispersing protesters outside university campus (VIDEO)

Major US-South Korea air exercise postponed, described by US as an ‘act of goodwill’ to Pyongyang

Posted on November 17, 2019November 17, 2019By Editor

The United States and South Korea shelved aerial drills that were set to kick off later in November and were earlier described by Pyongyang as provocative, US Defense Secretary Mark Esper announced on Sunday. … Read More >Major US-South Korea air exercise postponed, described by US as an ‘act of goodwill’ to Pyongyang