Pramoedya Dies

Indonesian author Pramoedya Ananta Toer died at home Sunday morning April 30. He was 81.

Here in 1999 in his garden in East Jakarta.

© Kees Metselaar

Victoria Harbour Hong Kong

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Hmong Lady in Laos

© Kees Metselaar 2003

Thaksin Quits (For Now)

Thailand's prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, resigned Tuesday night, April 4. He announced he would "not accept the premier post" for the sake of national unity but would stay on as caretaker prime minister until parliament selects his successor.

Here in happier days in 2004.

© Kees Metselaar

Bangkok Street Food Delight

Sompong Seetha, food vendor in Bangkok.
His chicken-rice signature dish is in great demand.
For the complete slide show go to the International Herald Tribune.

© Kees Metselaar 2006