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Russian tanks in an image provided by state media

Conflict

Russia accuses Bangladesh media of 'bias' on Ukraine war coverage

In an open letter, the Russian embassy in Dhaka has accused newspapers and broadcasters of "undermining" relations between Russia and Bangladesh.  

Security

Taiwan's military tests new capabilities

Taiwanese air force jets

The self-governing island is organizing military exercises and testing "asymmetric" capabilities as the ongoing conflict in Ukraine puts a new spotlight on tensions between Beijing and Taipei.  

Ukraine war

Why the West cannot ignore Afghanistan

Taliban fighters stand guard next to a Kabul bridge where hundreds of addicted people gather

The humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan is no longer a priority for Western powers, as they are busy dealing with the Ukraine war. The situation could allow transnational terrorist groups to regroup in Afghanistan.  

Politics

Can China mediate between Russia, Ukraine?

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping

While Western leaders hope China will play a more active role in mediating between Russia and Ukraine, experts say it's unlikely that Beijing will jeopardize its warming ties with Moscow.  

South Korea

Yoon to try a different tack with North Korea

Yoon Suk-yeol celebrating his victory in the South Korean presidential election

The incoming conservative government of Yoon Suk-yeol will likely take a far firmer stance against Pyongyang, although it's expected to continue to offer talks on the cross-border relationship.  

Asia News

South Asia

Ukraine crisis

Were India's repatriation efforts successful?

Indian nationals who have fled Ukraine arrive in New Delhi airport under Operation Ganga

India has repatriated some 18,000 people fleeing the war in Ukraine, completing Operation Ganga. While some have praised the government's actions, others have said the efforts were not enough.  

Society

Why are there few women in Indian politics?

Women voters standing in line during elections in West Bengal state

Despite studies showing widespread public acceptance of female politicians in India, women's political participation in the South Asian country remains low.  

India

State elections confirm Modi's popularity

Indien | Narendra Modi - Einweihung Kashi Vishwanath Dham Corridor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party has emerged victorious in four out of five states in regional polls, putting the Hindu nationalist party in pole position for the national election in 2024.  

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How an Indonesian woman is fighting child marriage

Saraiyah takes risks to oppose forced marriage, facing resistance from elders, religious leaders and even parents.  

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Indonesian activist Saraiyah

How an Indonesian woman is fighting child marriage

Lilik Indrawati

Indonesia: Survivors of domestic violence ally for justice

Bangladesch erste Transgender Frau als News-Moderatorin im TV

Transgender anchor hopes to drive change in Bangladesh

Nine-year-old climate activist Licypriya Kangujam

Child activist: 'Our leaders are ruining our lives'

Humaira Farah, Pakistan's first female cricket umpire

Meet Humaira Farah, Pakistan's first female cricket umpire

Afghan activist Laila Haidary

Afghan activist helps her community fight drug addiction

Taiwan indigenous singer fights to sing 'men's' song

Taiwan indigenous singer fights to sing 'men's' song

DW News Asia Moderator Biresh Banerjee (Artikelbild)

DW News Asia with Biresh Banerjee, 15 March 2022

Despite its zero COVID strategy, China is seeing a massive increase in coronavirus cases. We look at why and ask if it is time to consider a different approach.  

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Pakistani female rapper Eva B

She goes by the name Eva B and she is Pakistan's first female rapper.  

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Pakistani female rapper Eva B

Pakistani female rapper Eva B

Bangladeshi child rights activist Dola Akter Reba

A teen girl's campaign against child marriage

India's packed prisons may be courting disaster

India's packed prisons may be courting disaster

Female health workers in India participate in a demonstration demanding better working conditions and wages

India: Why are female community health workers on strike?

Indian migrants at Serbia's Kikinda camp

Indians transit Balkans en route to EU

All eyes in India on Uttar Pradesh election

All eyes in India on Uttar Pradesh election

Activists of 'Aurat March' shout slogans and carry placards during a rally to mark International Women's Day in Islamabad in 2021

Why Women's Day march angers conservative Pakistanis

Patient rests on the hospital bed under the makeshift tent outside Caritas Medical Centre, Hong Kong

Hong Kongers rail against strict COVID rules

Asia Pacific

A civilian trains to throw Molotov cocktails to defend Zhytomyr city, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues

International relations

Why China blames the West for Ukraine war

Beijing has said a "Cold War mentality" from the US and NATO led to the war in Ukraine. As the conflict continues, it threatens to cement a growing ideological rivalry between world powers.  

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Singapore

Ex-swimmer Goh still trying to break barriers

Theresa Goh wins bronze at the 2016 Rio Paralympics

Theresa Goh did not hide her sexuality during her swimming career in Singapore, but few have followed the path she forged. While Goh knows that time is needed, she also hopes that sport can make a difference.  

Ukraine war

Sexist remarks in China spark backlash

A cell phone displays Douyin, Chinese Tiktok

A wave of sexist comments about Ukrainian women on Chinese social media has sparked a backlash against China and its citizens in Ukraine, prompting strong reactions from officials in Beijing.  

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Ukraine conflict

What's behind SE Asia's muted response?

The results of a vote on a resolution concerning the Ukraine are displayed during an emergency meeting of the General Assembly

Aside from reprimanding Moscow at the UN, many countries have offered lukewarm responses to the invasion of Ukraine. Experts speculate the silence could be due to a regional wariness of involvement in distant affairs.  

Society

Why are India's jails so overcrowded?

The entrance to Tihar prison in New Delhi, India

Prison occupancy in India has been on the rise over the past five years, with overcrowded jails struggling to cater to the needs of prisoners. Experts point to the mass incarceration of pretrial prisoners.  

Ukraine sanctions

Is Russia sabotaging the Iran nuclear deal?

A meeting of negotiators from parties to the 2015 Iran nuclear deal

Despite progress in the negotiations to restore the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, the accord's future is at stake after a last-minute Russian demand for an exemption from Western sanctions.