North Korea says it is 'ready for war' after US deploys Navy strike group in Korean peninsula
US sends aircraft carrier and other warships to Korean peninsula amid rising concerns over Pyongyang's missile tests.
Duterte assures China that no 'offensive weapons' will be placed in disputed South China Sea
On 6 April, Duterte ordered the military to occupy and fortify the Spratly islands in the South China Sea.
Malaysia airport customs seize 18 African rhino horns worth $3.1m
Eighteen rhino horns weighing more than 51kg was flown in from Mozambique via Qatar Airways to Kuala Lumpur.
Cyclone Debbie damages part of Great Barrier Reef that evaded large-scale coral bleaching
Mass coral bleaching has damaged two-thirds of the World Heritage site.
Chinese and Indian navies foil suspected Somali pirate attack on bulk carrier
The Tuvalu-flagged OS 35 merchant ship was travelling from Malaysia to the Yemeni port city of Aden when it came under attack.
Drunk drivers can no longer be charged after random breath test, Kenya court rules
The ruling comes after a bar owner argued that random breath tests were affecting his business.
Trump defended US stance on Thaad missile system during discussion with Xi Jinping, South Korea says
China has been warning against the positioning of Thaad as it is wary that the system could threaten its security.
At least 20 killed after boat carrying wedding party crashes and sinks in Myanmar
The exact cause of the crash is yet to be known, but the boat was reportedly unlit when it collided with a cargo.
Joseph Kabila appoints ousted opposition figure Bruno Tshibala as new prime minister of DRC
Tshibala's appointment comes after Samy Badibanga resigned on 6 April.
Trump and Xi wrap up 'very frank and candid' talks on trade and North Korea
The summit was overshadowed by US missile strikes in Syria.
China concerned over Duterte's comments on Philippines upgrading facilities in South China Sea
On 6 April, President Duterte ordered the military to occupy and fortify the Spratly islands in the South China Sea.
China deploys J-11 fighter jet in South China Sea amid Trump-Xi meeting, US think tank says
The think tank believes there are likely to be more planes in hangers near the Woody Island in Paracel groups.
Duterte orders military to occupy and fortify Spratly islands amid plans to visit South China Sea
'We tried to be friends with everybody but we have to maintain our jurisdiction now,' the Filipino president said.
Australia warns of possible Gallipoli terror attack in Turkey at World War I commemoration service
Australia's Foreign Minister Julie Bishop said the plot related to Anzac Day commemorations.
Thousands evacuated as remnants of Cyclone Debbie pound New Zealand
Rescuers used boats, helicopters and tractors to ferry around 2,000 people out of Edgecumbe town in North Island.
Pakistan welcomes US offer to ease tensions, India says no
Pakistan and India react to offer by Nikki Haley, US ambassador to the United Nations.
Taiwan to build 8 submarines indigenously to replace ageing fleet
The announcement comes ahead of the meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Florida.
Venezuela police quell anti-Maduro protesters with tear gas and pepper spray as clashes intensify
President Nicolas Maduro maintains his country is a victim of an 'economic war'.
Trump may intervene to ease Indo-Pak tensions and not wait until 'something happens': Nikki Haley
Haley said Donald Trump administration was concerned about the relationship between India and Pakistan.
Mother and 2 children drown after car plunges into flooded river in Australia
The family was reportedly involved in helping flood victims before the tragedy took place.
North Korea hints at massive military parade to mark two big anniversaries amid nuclear threats
The events include the 105th birth anniversary of Pyongyang's late founder Kim Il-sung, on 15 April.
Heavy flooding washes away house in Australia minutes after women and 2 children rescued from roof
Overflowing of a river in the wake of Cyclone Debbie led to severe flooding of the region where the family lived.
Venezuela opposition calls for removal of Supreme Court judges over ruling that nullified congress
The top court annulled the opposition-dominated National Assembly and later reversed its ruling.
Australia tightens security checks for travellers flying from 3 Middle Eastern countries
The new measures will be adopted from 6 April.
Aung San Suu Kyi faces first test of popularity as Myanmar goes to polls for by-elections
Suu Kyi has received widespread criticisms over fighting with armed ethnic groups and slower economic growth.
Venezuela's Supreme Court urged to review decision on Congress amid coup allegations and protests
The court had earlier ruled it was taking over the legislature's role from the National Assembly.
Angry demonstrators set Paraguay's Congress on fire over new constitutional amendment
The amendment would allow Paraguay President Horacio Cartes to seek re-election in 2018.
Chinese activists jailed for supporting Hong Kong pro-democracy protests on social media
The activists, Su Changlan and Chen Qitang, were charged for inciting others to 'subvert state power'.
Hardline Muslim leader among five arrested in Indonesia ahead of mass anti-Ahok protest
The suspects are to be charged with 'conspiring to commit treason', Jakarta police said.
Malaysians freed from North Korea in exchange for Kim Jong-nam's body reach home
The estranged half-brother of Kim Jong-un was killed at Kuala Lumpur Airport in February.
