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Yang Haiyang, a professor at Japan's National Shizuoka University, is shown in a file photo.

Japanese Universities' Ties to China's Military-Linked Schools Spark Concern

The Japanese government says it's up to the universities concerned to manage the potential export of sensitive technology to the People's Liberation Army (PLA).

Confusion in Packed Court as Cambodia Opens Mass Trial of Opposition

The next treason and incitement hearings in controversial case are set for January and March.

Vietnamese Dissident Writer Held in Mental Hospital

Pham Thanh, a dissident blogger charged with spreading 'information against the state,' has been moved from his detention camp to a mental hospital, his wife says.

Last Opposition Lawmakers Leave Hong Kong's Legislature After Mass Resignations

The UK rolls out its residency scheme for holders of British National Overseas (BNO) passports.

Japanese Universities' Links to China's Military-Tied Schools Raise Concerns

The Japanese government says it's up to the universities concerned to manage the potential export of sensitive technology to the People's Liberation Army (PLA).

China Runs Trials pf Biometric Online ID Card in Two Provinces

The authorities are constantly expanding restrictions on what Chinese citizens can do, see or say on line, experts say.

China Looks Set to Prosecute Hong Kong 12 For 'Illegal Border Crossings'

Police in Shenzhen say they have finished their investigation, paving the way for a trial.

Chinese Rights Activist Who Opposed Hong Kong Security Law 'Tortured'

Zhang Wuzhou stood trial this week by video-link on charges of "picking quarrels and stirring up trouble.'

Groups Urge Elections in Myanmar Conflict Zones That Missed Nov. 8 Voting

Rakhine state is ready to vote after weeks of quiet in ethnic war, say authorities.

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UN Expert Calls For Fair Trial Ahead of Hearing For Scores of Cambodian Opposition Members

Rhona Smith suggests such legal actions constitute a serious violation of due process.

Compensation Delays for Survivors of Laos’ Worst Dam Disaster

Residents of temporary relocation centers say they have not been paid living allowances for the past five months.

Jailed Vietnamese Activist is Denied Family Visits For Refusing to Wear Prison Garb

Hoang Duc Binh, now serving a 14-year prison term for his role in environmental protests in 2016, says he was convicted unjustly and is not a criminal.