State of emergency declared over anti-Muslim violence
Railways seen to be next area of contention for superpowers
Philippines, Laos and China among best in terms of females in parliament
Xi's drive to become a maritime superpower echoes European imperialism
Rules-based order pushed aside by repressive powers in Indo-Pacific
Watchdog's move to sap South Asian nation of non-China cash
Abe looks to support Sirisena as a counterweight to Beijing
The Maldives is just the latest nation at risk from Beijing's maneuvering
Xi's drive to become a maritime superpower echoes European imperialism
Former president says Male government has opened the door to a takeover
Foreign ministry blasts 'land grab' allegations as 'absurd'
New report calls for universal health coverage to lower infant mortality
Decision by Bangladeshi bourse could intensify Beijing-New Delhi rivalry
Bangladeshi bourse's 25% stake offer highlights regional economic rivalry
Nine deals signed; Chabahar port will give India access to Central Asia
After victory in local elections, Rajapaksa calls for new national vote
New rules and new hotels transform the once-seedy tourist district of Thamel
Mohamed Nasheed has no right to speak of bilateral partnership, says Beijing
Political crisis worsens cash-strapped island nation's plight
Six of seven regions around the world slipped in freedoms for 2017
Former leader Rajapaksa attempts comeback as corruption probes falter
Region regresses as minorities suffer in Indonesia and Myanmar, says think tank
Leader says country will benefit greatly from Belt & Road infrastructure projects
Sweeping security push helps improve growth and business sentiment
Indonesian president turns away from insular policy and strives for world leadership