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Headlines from the outlets of the region and the specialist cyber press, newest first, one row per story. Headlines in other languages are machine-translated into English; the mark after them gives the language, and the original is underneath. The last 30 days unless you set dates. How translation and stories work · Which outlets, by country
401–440 of 566 stories (597 articles)
List every article · Times in UTC| Oct 22 17:28 |
Cambodia |
Koh Kong authorities arrest five for smuggling
Authorities in Koh Kong province have arrested five people and seized nearly four tonnes of seafood along with 23 types of consumer goods suspected of being illegally smuggled from Thailand by sea. …
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| Oct 22 16:26 |
Philippines |
Report: Beijing considers sanctions
CHINA is reportedly considering 10 possible countermeasures against the Philippines, including sanctions on Filipino politicians, cuts in fuel and fertilizer supplies, and the removal of a Philippine Navy ship grounded at Ayungin …
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| Oct 22 16:24 |
Philippines |
‘POGO syndicates may bankroll 2028 bets’
HOUSE prosecution adviser Ace Barbers on Thursday urged law enforcement and financial intelligence agencies to investigate suspected links between illegal Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) and political financing ahead of the 2028 …
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| Oct 22 16:18 |
Philippines |
CFO pushes stronger protection for Filipino fishermen
THE Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to supporting multiagency efforts to safeguard Filipino fishermen against labor exploitation and human trafficking aboard foreign vessels.Research from Sallie Yea, associate …
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| Oct 22 15:49 |
Malaysia |
Pardon won’t affect 1MDB-related recovery efforts, Dewan told
Finance minister Anwar Ibrahim says civil claims differ from criminal proceedings in their legal basis and evidence requirements.
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| Oct 22 13:15 |
Indonesia |
Indonesia, Australia step up fight against online scam networks
Indonesia has received Australia's pledge of full support in efforts to combat cybercrime, particularly online ...
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| Oct 22 11:58 |
Malaysia |
Police bust alleged sex trafficking syndicate exploiting children, generating RM450,000 monthly
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — Police have crippled ‘Geng Yunaa’, believed to be involved in 17 cas...
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| Oct 22 11:39 |
Timor-Leste |
Australia pledges continued support for Timor-Leste to combat transnational crime
DÍLI, 22 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Australia has pledged to strengthen security cooperation with Timor-Leste to combat transnational crime, including through closer collaboration between the two countries’ police and defence forces. Australian …
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| Oct 22 11:12 |
Malaysia |
Child prostitution ring that recruited teens in Klang Valley busted
Bukit Aman criminal investigation department director M Kumar says 'Geng Yunaa' would recruit local children, teenagers and foreigners.
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| Oct 22 11:09 |
Timor-Leste |
Timor-Leste, New Zealand discuss cooperation in the fight against transnational organised crime and irregular migration
DILI, 22 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Timor-Leste and New Zealand discussed strengthening cooperation to combat transnational organised crime and irregular migration during a meeting in Dili on Thursday. Timor-Leste’s Minister of the …
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| Oct 22 10:31 |
Malaysia |
MACC chief urges MCMC staff to expose misconduct and reject abuse of power
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 22 — Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) staff have been urged to...
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| Oct 22 10:19 |
Malaysia |
Police raid Melaka scam call centres targeting Chinese, Vietnamese victims, arrest 29
MELAKA, Oct 22 — Police crippled the activities of two call center syndicates suspected of being involved in...
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| Oct 22 10:16 |
Malaysia |
Court of Appeal revokes bail for wheelchair-bound man charged with trafficking 6.2kg of cannabis
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 22 — The Court of Appeal today overturned a High Court decision that had released a wheelchai...
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| Oct 22 09:20 |
Philippines |
DOJ warns of possible POGO resurgence, scam hubs
MANILA, Philippines — Scam hubs and human trafficking operations continue to surface in the Philippines despite the government’s nationwide ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGOs), with Justice Department officials warning that …
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| Oct 22 08:47 |
Philippines |
Laos-PH drug smuggling mastermind tied to int'l syndicate -- PDEA
The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) on Thursday said the alleged mastermind of the Laos drug smuggling attempt has ties to an international criminal syndicate.
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| Oct 22 08:45 |
Thailand |
Thai Tourist Police pledge better support for Chinese visitors
Thailand’s Tourist Police Bureau has pledged to improve assistance for Chinese and other international visitors, following a recent travel warning from the Chinese embassy over kidnappings involving Chinese nationals. The bureau announced …
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| Oct 22 07:31 |
Malaysia |
Nine charged with being members of ‘Geng Suria’ crime group in Sungai Petani
SUNGAI PETANI, Oct 22 — Nine men were charged in the Sessions Court here today with being members of an organised...
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| Oct 22 06:01 |
North Korea |
North Korean, Russian prosecutors sign deal on combating terrorism, smuggling
The top prosecutors of North Korea and Russia pledged to jointly combat terrorism, smuggling and cybercrime during a meeting in Moscow on Wednesday, signing an agreement on law enforcement cooperation. Russian Prosecutor …
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| Oct 22 05:28 |
Japan |
Taiwan probes organized crime links to China’s ‘transnational repression’
Taipei has complained that Beijing is using various underhanded methods to target Taiwanese nationals viewed as politically suspect.
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| Oct 22 04:44 |
Thailand |
Chinese gambling suspect, wife and fake Thai father charged with citizenship fraud in Pattaya
The arrest of a Chinese man wanted on an Interpol red notice on September 15 led to the discovery of Thai citizenship fraud involving his wife, their two year old daughter and …
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| Oct 22 03:06 |
Malaysia |
Australia boosts defence ties with East Timor
The defence framework will see Australia provide funding for cybersecurity, maritime security, infrastructure, disaster relief and training.
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| Oct 22 01:03 |
Philippines |
China mulls sanctions, oil and fertilizer cuts vs Philippines — report
MANILA, Philippines — China is reportedly considering 10 possible countermeasures against the Philippines, including sanctions on Filipino politicians, cuts in oil and fertilizer supplies, and the removal of the grounded warship at …
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| Oct 21 22:37 |
Myanmar |
The money behind Myanmar’s coups, and the test in Paris
Guest contributor James Shwe From Ne Win to Min Aung Hlaing, every military seizure of power has made a narrow circle rich and the people poorer. When the Financial Action Task Force …
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| Oct 21 18:53 |
China |
Why the U.S. Dollar Isn’t Going Anywhere (Yet) w/ Ho-Fung Hung
The post Why the U.S. Dollar Isn’t Going Anywhere (Yet) w/ Ho-Fung Hung appeared first on U.S.-China Perception Monitor.
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| Oct 21 18:01 |
Philippines |
NBI rescues child from alleged online sexual abuse, exploitation
MANILA, Philippines — The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) said Wednesday it had rescued a 9-year-old child from alleged online sexual abuse and exploitation. The suspect, who is over 30 years old, …
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| Oct 21 17:40 |
Cambodia |
Cambodia plans online system to improve human trafficking data and victim identification
The anti-human trafficking authority is planning to digitalise its data collection and categorisation systems to eliminate bias in victim identification and boost support services. The post Cambodia plans online system to improve …
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| Oct 21 16:18 |
Philippines |
Alternatives to death for drug lords mulled
LOCAL Government Secretary Jonvic Remulla said that he supports the death penalty for drug lords, but warned that its reinstatement could jeopardize the country’s cooperation with other countries in fighting transnational crime.”We …
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| Oct 21 16:07 |
Philippines |
BOC, customs brokers join forces vs corruption
THE Bureau of Customs (BOC) is enlisting the country’s customs brokers in its campaign against corruption and inefficiency, forging a partnership to promote ethical practices, strengthen accountability, and modernize procedures vulnerable to …
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| Oct 21 15:34 |
Philippines |
40 subpoenas issued in P3-B shabu smuggling from Laos case
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has issued 40 subpoenas in the attempted smuggling of P3.5 billion of illegal drugs from Laos into the Philippines.
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| Oct 21 14:56 |
Timor-Leste |
Timor-Leste, Australia strengthen defense cooperation with AUD$62 million support package
DÍLI, 21 October 2026 (TATOLI) — Timor-Leste and Australia have strengthened their defence and security partnership by signing a new cooperation framework backed by an Australian support package worth AUD$62 million. Prime …
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| Oct 21 13:09 |
Malaysia |
Filipina at centre of landmark drug ruling leaves for home after 12 years in jail
Alma Nudo Atenza's appeal saw the Federal Court strike down a double-presumption provision in drug-trafficking cases, resulting in her death sentence commuted to 18 years' imprisonment.
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| Oct 21 10:37 |
Philippines |
ASEAN declaration aims for safe, fair recruitment of migrant workers --DMW
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is crafting a declaration that calls for stronger regional action against fraudulent online recruitment and safer migration amid the prevalence of human trafficking across the …
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| Oct 21 09:52 |
Malaysia |
Home minister: Malaysia, Japan to strengthen cooperation to combat transnational crime
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 — Malaysia and Japan are committed to strengthening security cooperation to combat transnatio...
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| Oct 21 08:49 |
Malaysia |
Ex-Temerloh police chief jailed 8 months on 46 corruption charges
Azhar Yusoff was found guilty of receiving RM69,600 between 2019 and 2023.
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| Oct 21 08:42 |
Cambodia |
721 foreigners from 20 nationalities deported in 10 days
Cambodian authorities deported 721 foreign nationals, including 95 women, representing 20 nationalities, over a 10-day period from October 11, as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to crack down on illegal immigration …
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| Oct 21 08:39 |
China |
Why China's upcoming 5th plenum of 20th CPC Central Committee matters
As China forges ahead with its pursuit of Chinese modernization, the Communist Party of China (CPC) is set to convene a pivotal political meeting that shines a spotlight on the Party's self-governance.
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| Oct 21 07:56 |
Malaysia |
KLIA deploys K9 sniffer dog units to tighten airport security and curb smuggling
SEPANG, Oct 21 — Trained sniffer dog units will begin patrolling passenger terminals and restricted baggage zones...
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| Oct 21 06:07 |
Malaysia |
Businessman charged with cheating Datuk Seri out of over RM10m in AMLA probe scam
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 — A businessman was charged at the Sessions Court here today with four counts of cheating ano...
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| Oct 21 06:01 |
Myanmar |
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s ‘5-Point’ Rohingya plan
Guest contributor Shafiur Rahman The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government of Bangladesh has a damning verdict on how former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina handled the Rohingya crisis: years of theatre, donor-chasing and …
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| Oct 21 05:57 |
South Korea |
Appeals court reduces ex-special counsel's sentence to 6 years in bribery case
An appellate court on Wednesday reduced former special counsel Park Young-soo's sentence on bribery-related charges by one year to six years in prison. The Seoul High Court also fined Park 200 million …
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