Tommy Walker

For Some Hong Kong Journalism Students, Security Law is a Challenge

Sensitivity and confusion over national security law leaves students and some media professors uneasy

Thousands of Russians Flee to Thailand to Escape War 

Russian investment has seen property prices skyrocket in popular Thai islands

Myanmar's Economy Lags but Slow Growth Expected

The World Bank reports how Myanmar's internal unrest is deeply affecting the country's economy

Taiwan Broadcaster Aims to Fill Gaps in Coverage

Newcomer TaiwanPlus goes beyond traditional coverage of China to give audiences a fuller picture of life in Taiwan

Thailand Reverses New COVID Vaccine Rules for Visitors

Thailand scraps recently announced rules for all international arrivals as Chinese tourists return

Thailand Welcomes Tourism, Economic Progress, Looks Ahead to 2023 Elections  

Experts say elections could promote further economic growth, create stability for kingdom

Myanmar Media Suffering Under Nearly Two Years of Junta Rule

With reporters and their sources at risk of arrest and media in exile, journalism is a challenge in Myanmar

Hong Kong Now a City of Red Lines for Media, Analysts Say

With independent media shuttering and media mogul Jimmy Lai's landmark trial, press freedom in Hong Kong steps backward

Hong Kong's Gloomy Year Featured COVID Lockdowns, Jailings

COVID-induced isolation and fears over national security law contributed to record population decline

Hong Kong Drops More COVID-19 Restrictions but Caution Remains

Experts warn economic recovery could be partial with Hong Kong struggling to put political unrest and the pandemic in the past

National Security Provision in Iconic Press Club's Lease Concerns Some Members in Hong Kong

The former head of Hong Kong's press club says renewal signals a 'short lease and an even shorter leash'

Hong Kong Publisher's Security Trial Further Delayed

Lai faces up to a life sentence if convicted under a sweeping National Security Law

Hong Kong Tourism Struggling as COVID Measures Remain in Place

Hong Kong has seen tourism plummet due to anti-government protests and the pandemic in recent years

Cambodia Rights Report Reveals Government Crackdown on Trade Unions

Authorities in Cambodia used COVID-19 pandemic as distraction to crack down on independent unions and activist workers, new report says

Myanmar Junta Releases Prisoners After International Pressure, Ahead of 2023 Elections

Myanmar’s military government seek to reduce diplomatic and internal pressure after releasing thousands of prisoners

As World Leaders Gather for APEC Summit, Thailand Seeks to Boost International Relations

Observers say with geopolitical tensions at a high between US and China, and Russia’s war in Ukraine, Thailand is looking out for its own benefit during the event

Thailand Open for Business as Tourism Sector Continues Rebound

Government says it is highly likely that Thailand will meet its target of 10 million visitors by the end of the year

Myanmar's Irrawaddy Vows to Keep Reporting Despite Junta Ban

Official ban is viewed as latest in series of efforts by the country's military government to clamp down on independent journalism

For Local Reporters in Philippines, Radio Offers Opportunity and Risk 

Political ties to radio stations and reporters buying their own airtime can increase risk of being a target, media analysts say 

Thai Student Publisher Rejects China Businessman’s Request to Shut Down