Simon Roughneen

Strongman Duterte can do no wrong

Surveys show kowtowing to China and drug war killings have not dented the Philippine president's popularity

China called out for its 'extreme hostility' to religion

The party demands that it alone be called God, says US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

Malaysia's new govt fails to halt human trafficking

US report says Malaysia is making efforts to curb trafficking, but has prosecuted fewer cases compared to previous years

Beijing's big bucks snuff out religious solidarity

China's treatment of Muslims in Xinjiang is hardly raising a whimper from Islamic countries, especially in Southeast Asia

Alcohol use on the rise in parts of Asia

Study shows economic success spurs growing culture of imbibing except in nations where religion serves as effective antidote

"Habemus Papam," and the pilgrims in St Peter's Square react with joy

From the National Catholic Register, March 14

Caste politics means Indian democracy has yet to mature

29 die in stampede at Liberian prayer gathering

Indian Christians urge president to ensure their safety

Bomb blast in Lahore kills two, leaves 22 injured

Covid-19 pandemic fuels rise in sexual abuse

Philippines kicks off Christian unity week