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‘One China,’ 5 Interpretations

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 20:58
The various ways different stakeholders in Beijing, Taipei, and Washington interpret "one China."

Myanmar Grapples With Unifying Its Core and Periphery

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 20:21
The challenges of forging federalism in Myanmar will be evident at upcoming talks in August.

Is There an Alliance Between ISIS and India’s Maoists?

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 20:11
A closer look at reports of a link between ISIS and Naxals.

Coup Attempt Clears Way for Turkish-Russian Rapprochement

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 19:25
Turkey has radically revised its position on why a Russian jet was shot down last year, much to Moscow's appreciation.

Thailand Ratifies ASEAN Trafficking Convention

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 18:34
Bangkok becomes the third Southeast Asian state to do so.

India’s Growing Sports Industry

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 18:30
Can investment in sports be the next big thing for India's economy?

Why the South China Sea Ruling Is a Game Changer

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 17:56
Make no mistake: the verdict has transformed the strategic landscape.

Cambodian Democracy: Trapped in the ‘Gray Zone’

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 17:56
Cambodian's democracy is not developing -- it is stagnating.

A Thaw in the US-New Zealand Nuclear Freeze

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 17:48
Vice President Joe Biden's visit to Auckland represents an end to 30 years of security estrangement.

Indonesia and China’s AIIB

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 17:20
Jakarta views the bank as a key partner in addressing its infrastructure woes.

Why Palestine Supports China on the South China Sea

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 17:12
It's the latest sign of mutual support between China and the Palestinian Authority.

Is Pakistan at Risk for a Coup?

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 16:49
After a failed attempt in Turkey, Pakistan remains at risk for its own military coup.

19 Murdered in Rare Mass Killing in Japan

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 16:45
Japan has one of the world's lowest homicide rates, making the attack at a center for disabled adults deeply shocking.

Nepal’s Unending Political Instability

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 16:00
Nepal’s power tussle is overshadowing pressing national issues.

US and EU Separatist Groups to Gather on Moscow’s Dime

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 15:57
The upcoming conference will feature guests from Catalonia and Texas, but no Chechens or Uyghurs.

Teenagers Abused at Australian Youth Detention Center

Tue, 26/07/2016 - 14:41
The Northern Territory has the highest rate of youth detention in Australia. Inquiry needs to ask why.

The Life and Death of Qandeel Baloch

Mon, 25/07/2016 - 21:59
What one woman's social media activism -- and her murder by her own brother -- means for Pakistan.

Afghanistan’s Biggest Problem: Relations with Pakistan

Mon, 25/07/2016 - 20:31
The Af-Pak rapprochement is long dead as Ghani repeats call for Pakistan to deal with militant sanctuaries.

Afghanistan’s Love-Hate Relationship With Homosexuality

Wed, 15/06/2016 - 15:21
Contrary to popular perception, some Islamic cultures have a long, vibrant history of tolerance for homosexual behavior.

Key Emerging Market Index Rejects Chinese Stock Inclusion

Wed, 15/06/2016 - 15:12
In a setback for Chinese officials, MSCI won't be adding Chinese A shares to its key emerging markets index.

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