Indonesia
Indonesia’s austerity push sparks concern over public services, economic growth
The government is attempting to free up funds for its free health check-up and school lunch initiatives.
Region
Myanmar junta blocks fuel to eastern border scam center town
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Environment
Effort to combat Southeast Asian haze hit by USAID shutdown
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South China Sea
Vietnam builds islands in South China Sea amid tension, challenges
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