Steinmeier calls for release of political prisoners in Burma

Jakarta - German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier and his Indonesian colleague Hassan Wirajuda....

US places additional sanctions on Burma business interests
Washington - The United States on Monday announced additional sanctions against business interests in Burma....

Pluralism at a crossroad in Malaysian election
Singapore - The future of Malaysia's race-based politics will come under question at the coming general....

Fighter Purchase: Heralding Thai Military Modernisation Programme?
Thailand's recent US$600m purchase of six Swedish JAS 39 Gripen fighters, one Saab 340 aircraft equipped....

Suharto: The end of an era
The passing of former president Suharto on Sunday 27 January 2008 brings to a close the most important chapter....

Shans calling for the release of ailing political leader
Ethnic Shan communities across the globe join hands Sunday evening to reiterate their demand for the release....
Ex-Malaysian premier Mahathir denies judge-fixing during his tenure
KUALA LUMPUR -- Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad denied Thursday that a prominent lawyer had....
KR victims to pressure China on Darfur
PHNOM PENH -- Organizers of a symbolic Olympic torch relay by Cambodian survivors of genocide and....
Malaysia, Indonesia leaders meet to iron out issues
PUTRAJAYA -- Malaysian and Indonesian leaders met here Friday to address recent issues such as mistreatment of....

Dining and dancing
Pattaya's continuing maturation as a destination for hip travellers is reflected in two new clubs -5....
A world of flavours
The fusion cuisine at Pattaya's Mantra Restaurant and Bar mixes the best of East and West
Pattaya today
New developments await as the beach town aspires to cast off its red-light reputation and welcome families....
Shopping by the sea
Along with the beach, there is an extensive selection of items worth browsing for in local markets