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Seoul arrests ex-top security official over border killing

Suh Hoon’s arrest on Saturday came as President Yoon Suk Yeol’s conservative government investigates his liberal predecessor’s handling of the killing and another border incident the same year.

Asia •8:35am

Thousands protest in South Korea in support of truckers

Thousands of members of the Cargo Truckers Solidarity union have been striking since last week.

Asia •8:32pm

New Zealand Chinese community protests China lockdowns

Over 200 people gathered in Auckland's Aotea Square to mourn those who had lost their lives under China's lockdowns and protest the government's censorship.

Auckland •Sat, Dec 3

Covid restrictions lifted in Guangzhou, unrest continues

While lockdowns have been lifted in about half of the city’s districts, unrest continues - footage circulating online shows security personnel in hazmat suits taking cover under riot shields.

Asia •Thu, Dec 1

Former President Jiang Zemin, who guided China’s rise, dies

He died of leukaemia and multiple organ failure at the age of 96, according to the Xinhua news agency.

Asia •Wed, Nov 30

China vows crackdown on 'hostile forces' as public tests Xi

It comes amid a massive show of force by security services to deter a recurrence of the protests that broke out in major cities over the weekend.

Asia •Wed, Nov 30

Explainer: Why are China's Covid rules so strict?

China has stuck steadfastly to its "zero-Covid" policy.

Asia •Wed, Nov 30

Suitcase murder accused keeps name secret, remanded in custody

The 42-year-old woman arrived in NZ from South Korea yesterday and today appeared in the Manukau District Court.

Crime And Justice •Wed, Nov 30

China to increase nuclear warheads to 1,500, Pentagon warns

Last year, the Pentagon said the number of Chinese nuclear warheads could increase to 700 within six years and may top 1000 by 2030.

Asia •Wed, Nov 30

Suitcase murder suspect to appear in court today

The woman will appear in the Manukau District Court today, where she will face two charges of murder.

Crime And Justice •Wed, Nov 30

Protests erupt in China, calling for Xi to step down

The protests — which began Friday and have spread to cities including the capital, Beijing, and dozens of university campuses.

Asia •Mon, Nov 28

BBC journo arrested at China protest - 'Call the consulate now'

The BBC said Ed Lawrence was beaten and kicked during his arrest.

Asia •Mon, Nov 28

Succession plan? Kim Jong Un's daughter makes 2nd appearance

The daughter was first unveiled to the outside world last weekend in state media photos showing her observing the North’s intercontinental ballistic missile launch.

Asia •Sun, Nov 27