Japan, Mekong Sub-region boost energy security cooperation
Japan agreed with five countries in the Greater Mekong Sub-region (GMS) to promote transnational cooperation for energy security at a meeting of economic ministers from five GMS nations in Indonesia on August 14.
Pakistan's bus accident death toll rises to 25
The death toll of a bus accident in southern Pakistan on August 14 soared to 25 with more casualties feared.
China unrest over toxic chemical plant in Dalian
Scuffles have broken out in the north-eastern Chinese city of Dalian between police and protesters demanding the relocation of a chemical plant.
Four dead in stage collapse at Indiana State Fair
At least four people have died after a stage collapsed at a concert in the US state of Indiana, officials say.
China becomes ASEAN’s largest trade partner
China has become the largest trade partner of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), with two-way trade last year reaching US$230 billion.
Libyan rebel forces enter Zawiyah: rebel sources
The Libyan rebels have made advance in the west front by entering Zawiyah city, about 40 km west of the capital Tripoli, after fierce battles with leader Muammar Gaddafi's forces, a rebel official said on August 13.
Palestinians to bid for UN state recognition next month
The Palestinian Authority says it will present its application for international recognition of statehood to the UN next month.
Riots: Police defend handling of crisis after criticism
Police chiefs have defended their handling of this week's riots despite criticism from the prime minister.
Italian debt: PM Berlusconi announces new measures
Italy has announced a fresh round of austerity measures after an emergency cabinet meeting.
Poland: Train passenger killed in derailment
A passenger train has crashed in central Poland, killing one passenger and injuring at least 40, police say.