Arrest of Vietnamese Official for Disclosing State Secrets

A senior Vietnamese official was arrested for disclosing state secrets, potentially hindering Vietnam's efforts to improve trade terms with the United States. The official, who supported independent trade unions, could face up to 15 years in prison. The arrest is seen as a part of ongoing repression in Vietnam.

China's New State Secrets Law

China expands state secrets protections to include 'work secrets' in new law, raising concerns about potential overzealous identification of information and limiting public right to know. The law also adds restrictions on overseas travel for individuals working with state secrets.