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Fabian Peltsch

epa10994134 Karenni Nationalities Defence Force (KNDF) solidIers check their weapons at a camp near Loikaw city, Karenni state, Myanmar, 11 November 2023 (issued 25 November 2023). According to a report released by the United Nations (UN) on 23 November 2023, nearly 335,000 people in multiple states and regions have been newly displaced due to the escalation of fighting between Myanmar Armed Forces (MAF) and various armed groups, including Ethnic Armed Organizations (EAOs) and People's Defence Forces (PDFs) since 26 October.  EPA-EFE/MIN HTET SAN

Rebels capture town on Chinese border

A rebel alliance in Myanmar has captured the important town of Laukkai on the northern border with China. The city of 23,000 inhabitants is important for cross-border trade.

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China's censorship does not seek the truth in the facts

An editorial in the Chinese financial magazine Caixin published in December came across as a manifesto by the intellectual elite against the policies of the Beijing leadership. The leadership reacted swiftly and banned its distribution. However, our author still managed to get hold of an issue.

Von Fabian Peltsch

Taiwan

Chinese balloons spotted over Taiwan

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense reported the discovery of four Chinese balloons beyond the median line of the Taiwan Strait on Wednesday. The incident could have an impact on the upcoming elections.

Von Fabian Peltsch