Asia Pacific Email Update

Updated Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:56:32 +1000

Afghan security forces repel coordinated attack by militants

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:56:32 +1000

After 18 hours of intense fighting Afghan national security forces with the support of ISAF and NATO air power have defeated the multi pronged attack by insurgents.

Philippines says war games with US not aimed at China

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:56:27 +1000

The United States and the Philippines have started a 12-day exercise, to fine-tune their military cooperation and operability.

Australia's cautious optimism on Burma, as it lifts sanctions

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:56:21 +1000

Australia will further ease sanctions and move to normalise trade ties with Burma, after its democratic by-elections, although sanctions will remain on military figures, to pressure for further reforms.

Ruak ahead in ETimor's early presidential election results

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:56:08 +1000

East Timor's former military chief is ahead in the early stages of counting in the second round of Presidential elections.

Malaysia's PM Najib keeps everyone guessing on poll date

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:55:59 +1000

In Malaysia, opinion polls indicate Prime Minister Najib Razak's approval rating is on the rise after scoring a string of political victories at home and abroad.

Malaysian youth becoming more politically aware

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:55:54 +1000

It is with Malaysia's upcoming general elections in mind, that local lawyer and activist, Edmund Bon has embarked on a quest to educate Malaysians on their voting rights and responsibilities.