Asia Compact | 04.11.2011, 19:00 UTC

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Asia Compact 04.11.2011 | 19:00 UTC   Asia Human Rights Abusive conditions in Zambia's Chinese-run mines A new report by Human Rights Watch has revealed abusive employment conditions in Chinese–run copper mines in Zambia. Bangladesh joining other Asian countries grabing land in Africa The dragon chameleon: China's changing strategy in Africa China: not much to lose in the south Sudanese secession Protests Tibetan activist sets himself on fire in New Delhi A young Tibetan activist has set himself on fire in New Delhi, following the example of several monks who self immolated in China to protest against Beijing's influence in Tibet. Nepali police arrest Tibetans rallying against Chinese oppression Germany calls on China to act against self-immolations over Tibet Tibetan nun dies after setting herself on fire Disasters Waters advance to key areas of Bangkok Thailand braces itself as flood waters advance to key areas of the capital city. Relief efforts are underway but local aid workers say a lot still needs to be done. Bangkok residents continue to evacuate homes Bangkok gets set for advancing floods Thai PM moves to reassure as Bangkok fears flood inundation Nuclear Controversial Pakistani nuclear scientist critical of Pakistan's leadership A. Q. Khan, the 'father' of Pakistan's atom bomb, is a controversial figure. His confession about passing on nuclear secrets to so-called rogue states made him an international outcast, but in Pakistan he remains a hero. Pakistan and Germany deny Pakistani espionage allegations Pakistan rejects allegations of links with Taliban Clinton asks Pakistan to remove 'safe havens' NL Promotion The Hungry World Every three seconds someone starves to death. DW-WORLD.DE takes a deeper look at the politics, the economy and the science of hunger. Each Monday anew. The causes and the answers.   Unsubscribe Personal Data Feedback Imprint   © 2011