China’s new air defense zone unites its neighbors, U.S.

Washington gets an opportunity to reassure U.S. allies about its commitment to Asia-Pacific security.

Drug gang wars tarnish image of Indian beach destination

Drug gang wars tarnish image of Indian beach destination

The sun-seekers’ haven of Goa has become a hub for drug traffickers and recreational users, police say.

U.S. flies two warplanes over new China air defense zone

U.S. flies two warplanes over new China air defense zone

The military exercise ignores a recent edict from China that it must be informed in advance of such flights.

Protests in Thailand

Protests in Thailand

Protesters force closure of more government offices throughout the country in their bid to oust the prime minister.

Pakistan unveils own drones amid dissent over use by U.S.

Pakistan unveils own drones amid dissent over use by U.S.

Development of the unarmed drones represents a significant milestone for the Pakistani military.

Karzai plans to intensify showdown with U.S., aide says

Karzai plans to intensify showdown with U.S., aide says

The Afghan leader signals he thinks the U.S. is bluffing on a security pact timetable; the U.S. has not budged.

Photos from around the region

Pakistan’s Mr. Popular

Imran Khan hopes to replicate his success on the cricket pitch in the field of Pakistani politics.

China’s newly rich flaunt their money

China newly rich are spending their money on lavish goods.

Explosions shake Mumbai

Three blasts ripped through India’s financial hub, killing at least 17.

Yingluck Shinawatra, Thailand’s new PM

The sister of the exiled prime minister won his old office.

India election sees change

After 34 years, world’s longest-serving democratically elected communist party loses power.

The art of Ai Weiwei

A collection of popular works of Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, who was arrested by the Chinese police.

Images from the Afghan war: Week of March 16, 2011

Continued photo coverage from the front lines.

Global nuclear debate heats up

Governments around the world are questioning the use of nuclear power.

Satellite photos of Japan

Aerial photos reveal the scale of the devastation.

Powerful quake, aftershocks rattle Tokyo

A massive earthquake and tsunami struck the eastern coast of Japan.

Women’s rights in Afghanistan

Advocates worry that programs aiding women are being rolled back.

Bhatti assassinated in Islamabad

Pakistan’s federal minorities minister gunned down.

Quake in New Zealand kills scores

The search for survivors continues after 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit Christchurch.