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Switching Koreas: Rare defections across the DMZ

In a rare occurrence, a US soldier, Private Travis King, crossed into North Korea from the heavily fortified Korean Demilitarised Zone. Other notable crossings include a North Korean soldier, a Soviet student, a North Korean journalist, and an American soldier.

Thailand’s Pita says unlikely to be PM after suspension from parliament

Thailand’s reformist Pita Limjaroenrat faces suspension amid his bid for prime minister after winning an election with a promise of change, facing opposition from the conservative establishment and military-appointed senators.

China’s Wang to visit South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya and Turkey

China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, will visit South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, and Turkey, attending the 13th BRICS high representatives’ meeting and strengthening China’s presence in Africa for equitable global governance.

Thai reformist suspended from parliament in fresh blow to PM bid

Thailand’s constitutional court suspends reformist Pita Limjaroenrat, obstructing his bid for prime minister after a significant election victory. The court will decide if he should be disqualified from parliament due to share ownership in a media company. Political tensions and potential protests loom.

UN chief warns of AI risks to global peace

UN Secretary-General warns of AI’s risks to global peace and security, calls for regulations and human control over lethal autonomous weapons.

Beijing appoints Hong Kong national security commissioner

Beijing has appointed Dong Jingwei as Hong Kong’s commissioner of national security, overseeing Chinese security agents in the city under the national security law. The position had been vacant since January. The move comes as Hong Kong plans to create a law focused on espionage.

Trump says he expects to be indicted in Capitol riot probe

Former US President Donald Trump said he expects to be charged for the January 6 Capitol attack, adding to his legal troubles as he eyes another White House run. He is already facing criminal charges for mishandling classified documents. The exact charges for 6 January are not clear.

US soldier who crossed into North Korea had served time in South Korean jail: official

A US soldier, Travis King, believed to be in North Korean custody after crossing the border without authorization, had served time in a South Korean prison for assault charges. Efforts are underway to resolve the incident between the United Nations Command and North Korea’s military.

What is Thailand’s royal defamation law?

Thailand’s strict royal defamation laws hinder reformist party’s government formation, facing opposition from military-appointed senators.

Thai reformist faces second uphill battle in bid to become PM

Reformist Pita Limjaroenrat seeks endorsement as Thailand’s prime minister, facing opposition from military-appointed senators and potential disqualification, while a compromise candidate and political unrest loom as possibilities.