Stories about East Asia from April, 2014
Remote Hubs in Asia for NETmundial Internet Governance Meeting
NETmundial, which will bring together people from a variety of backgrounds to discuss the principles of Internet governance, is set to be held in São Paulo on 23 and 24 April 2014. It will also have 33 remote hubs in 31 cities spread throughout 22 countries that will allow for...
“It's a Girl”: Campaign Against infanticide Feminicide in India and China
The website MujeresMundi, directed by Peruvian Belgium-based communication specialist Xaviera Medina, is involved with the awareness campaign It's a girl against infanticide feminicide in India and China: Girls are killed in a gendercide routine in any one decade than people were slaughtered in all the genocides of the twentieth century....
Satirist’s ‘KFC’ Podcast is Litmus Test for South Korean Free Speech
A satirist and prominent social critic has returned to the airwaves in South Korea after being acquitted on charges of defaming the president.
Chinese State Media Downplays Protests Against PX Chemical Plant
About 1,000 Maoming residents rallied against the project over environmental and health concerns. Clashes reportedly left some injured, with rumors that some people were even killed.
Habal-Habal: The Philippine Motorcycle That Gives 10 People a Ride
Can a motorcycle carry 10 passengers? Yes if you're in the Philippines where a modified bike is used as a public transport in rural villages
#CongressOccupied Protesters Reject Taiwanese President's Proposed Solution
Members of the #CongressOccupied movement called President Ma's plan for a trade agreement monitoring system "empty, insincere and deceptive".
Shanghai Eclipses Beijing as Top Destination for Chinese University Graduates
The report also revealed that many Chinese companies are becoming more popular with would-be university graduates.
Taiwan's Sunflower Movement on Reddit
Four Taiwanese students joining the Sunflower Movement opened an Ask Me Anything on Reddit to answer questions regarding their protest against the closed-door trade deal with China.
Singapore Poster Campaign Wants Public To Feel Guilty About Meat Consumption
A Singapore poster campaign in a busy train station wants the public to think twice about meat consumption.
Tribute to Malaysian Activist Irene Fernandez
The global human rights community is mourning the death of legendary Malaysian activist Irene Fernandez. One writer described her as Malaysian ‘Joan of Arc’ of maltreated migrants.
South Korea Launches Probe of Violence and Rape Culture in Sports World
South Korea's women's national curling team coach was fired for sexual, verbal and financial abuse of team members, the latest case in a string of disturbing abuse allegations in sports.
Songkran Water Festival Goes Waterless in Singapore
Thailand's New Year celebration, Songkran, is globally famous for its water splashing activities. But Singapore will celebrate Songkran this month without water to emphasize water conservation.
Designing Taiwan's #CongressOccupied Protests
Taiwanese designers have actively contributed to the movement against a controversial trade deal with China by creating ads, banners and clothing.
Ex-Guerrillas Threaten Political Stability in East Timor
A conflict with roots in the struggle for independence comes back to shape the political agenda in East Timor. Mauk Moruk, an ex-guerrilla expelled from resistance forces in 1984, returns.
Australians High Five International Court Decision Against Japanese Whaling
Australians celebrate the International Court of Justice decision to halt Japanese whaling in the Southern Ocean.
Maoming Residents in China Rally Against PX Chemical Plant
Photo posted on social media showed protesters bleeding after apparent scuffles with police.
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