Myanmar’s Ethnic Army Releases 100 Detained Wa Christians

October 8, 2018 — 10/08/2018 Myanmar (International Christian Concern) – On October 5, a month after the United Wa State Army (UWSA), the ethnic armed group comprising the military wing of the United Wa State...

Ethnic Wa Army in Myanmar Target Christian Clergy and Churches

September 18, 2018 — 09/18/2018 Myanmar (International Christian Concern) – According to news reports, Myanmar’s largest and best-armed non-state army is detaining several Christian clergy members to investigate their activities while destroying churches in its...

Indonesian Military Prepares to Set Up Anti-Terror Unit

September 16, 2018 — 09/16/2018 Indonesia (International Christian Concern) – Growing radicalism in Indonesia has prompted the Indonesian military (TNI) to establish an anti-terror unit, yet human rights groups and observers are concerned that...

Indian Pastor Arrested on Alleged False Charges

September 15, 2018 — ICC Note: A pastor was arrested in Madhya Pradesh, after what he said was “fabricated, false charges!” The pastor claims that a mob came in during a church meeting and...

Religious Freedom is Under Threat in Malaysia

September 14, 2018 — 09/14/2018 Malaysia (International Christian Concern) – According to a study published by Églises d'Asie, religious freedom is deteriorating in Malaysia, with different religious groups facing respective challenges. The newly elected...

China Bans Online Evangelization

September 11, 2018 — ICC Note: In China’s most recent attempt to control Christianity, China places a ban on all online religious activities. This includes streaming of ceremonies and prayer among other activities. The...

Catholics Demand Answers for Mysterious Death of Ex-Seminarian in Indonesia

September 10, 2018 — ICC Note: Dozens Gather at police headquarters in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province to call on the police to investigate the mysterious death of Carolino Agustino Sowo, a Catholic youth...

Mindanao Christians Press for Inclusive Policies in New Autonomous Political Entity

September 6, 2018 — ICC Note: Christians in the Philippines gather to voice concern for equal representation for the Christian community in the recently established entity that is now known as Bangsamoro Region in...

Catholic priest taken by authorities in China still missing 8 months later

September 5, 2018 — ICC Note: Catholic priest in China still remains missing after being taken away by Chinese authorities eight months prior. No news has been heard since his abduction. Members of the...

China’s Head of Religious Affairs: Church Cannot be Dominated by Foreign Forces

August 22, 2018 — ICC Note: Amid Vatican talks with China to resolve disputes over appointments of bishops, the head of religious affairs warns of domination by foreign forces. While some are advocating that the...

Myanmar Sanctioned for “Widespread Human Rights Abuses”

August 21, 2018 — ICC Note: The US has sanctioned Myanmar for human rights abuses against minorities like Christians and the Rohingya. These economic sanctions are targeted towards Myanmar's military forces who have been accused...

Chinese Pastor Continues Preaching Despite Intrusion

August 21, 2018 — ICC Note: With many churches being interrupted, closed and raided, one pastor, Huang Xiaoning, stands out. When faced with multiple intrusions during his sermon, Pastor Huang kindly asked them to wait...

Letter to Chinese Director Highlights Interference of Church Closures on Christians’ Lives

August 19, 2018 — ICC Note: In a letter to the Chinese Director of Religious affairs, Chinese official Ruiqin outlines suggestions to improve actions towards churches. She highlighted the 20 churches that have been shut...

South Koreans Hopefully Await Inter-Korea Summit

August 18, 2018 — ICC Note: As the third visit between Moon and Kim nears in September, South Koreans hope for a discussion on religion during the summit. After a few years of secular leaders,...

Henan Church Invaded But Christians Stand Strong

August 17, 2018 — ICC Note: On Sunday, policemen and officials of Henan province in China raided a church in a show of strength with a 1:1 ratio between officials and congregants. Many were taken...

Chinese Police Raid Christian Summer Camp

August 16, 2018 — ICC Note: Amid multiple church closures and demolitions, Chinese officials recently raided a Christian summer camp for kids. Nearly 80 children were attending the alleged illegal summer camp. The two priests...