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US comic ‘censored’ by Singapore, Malaysia’s electric train: 7 Asia highlights
We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.
1. What Vietnam’s South China Sea island-building spree means for Asean
Vietnam’s rapid expansion of artificial island construction in the disputed Spratly Islands has put it on track to surpass China’s land reclamation in the South China Sea, according to new satellite imagery.
2. US comedian alleges censorship after Singapore show cancelled
American comedian Sammy Obeid has accused Singaporean authorities of trying to censor his stand-up show after his performance scheduled for Sunday was cancelled, but officials say the permit was rejected because the application was lodged too late.
3. Flood of anger: why Filipinos turn to social media to expose ‘nepo babies’
As public scrutiny intensifies over anomalous flood control projects in the Philippines, Filipinos have turned to social media spaces such as Reddit to expose the lavish lifestyles of the children of the contractors and public officials linked to the ongoing investigations.