Sri Lanka: Rights groups sound alarm over proposed anti-terror law

The Sri Lankan government is set to replace a controversial anti-terror law, but critics say the new one is just as bad.

Iran: Exiled journalists still repressed by regime

For many independent reporters, leaving Iran does not mean fully escaping the grasp of the Iranian state.

China's Xi Jinping renews calls for 'reunification' with Taiwan

Taiwan dismissed Beijing's demands as Xi Jinping renewed his calls for reunification without mentioning military force.