Climate Change, Dams Threaten Vietnam Rice Industry
The government of Vietnam is seeking to help the main rice-producing part of the country deal with difficult agricultural issues.
World Leaders Reach Out to US President-elect Donald Trump
World leaders congratulated Donald Trump on his presidential election victory over Hillary Clinton.
Oil Producers Seek a Deal to Lift Prices
World oil prices have risen a little after two years of weaker demand for oil and lower prices.
Afghan Officials Say Militants Have Killed Hostages
Officials in Afghanistan said Wednesday that gunmen killed more than 25 people in a rural area in the central province of Ghor.
More Than 60 Killed in Attack on Pakistan Police Training Center
Pakistan is investigating a suicide attack on a police training center in the country’s southwest.
South Korean Parties Argue Over North Korea’s Influence
The ruling and main opposition parties in South Korea are in a dispute over claims made by a former South Korea foreign minister.
UN Blames Afghan War for Almost 2,600 Deaths This Year
The United Nations says the war in Afghanistan killed more than 2,500 Afghan civilians in the first nine months of 2016.
Chinese Astronauts Begin Month-Long Stay in Space
China launched two astronauts into space on Monday.
Indian Police Make Arrests in Plot to Steal Money from Americans
Last week, Indian police arrested at least 70 people suspected of stealing money from people in the United States.
Thailand’s Long Serving King Dies
Thailand is mourning King Bhumibol Adulyadej.