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India-EU Relations: Charting New Vistas for Climate Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 20:26
A stronger EU-India partnership on technology transfer, climate finance, green transition, and sustainability can help bridge the North-South divide.

Why South Korea Needs a Trade Deal With the United States

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 18:04
Without a new deal or an extension to the talks, South Korea will face a series of new tariffs from the United States that will significantly impact its economy.

The Embarrassing Reason Xi Talks about ‘Great Changes Unseen in a Century’

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 17:55
The formulation clearly means something important, but its origins are often obscured.

Mongolia’s WWII Legacy: Asset or Liability in 2025?

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 17:36
The stories of Mongolia's WWII heroes are deeply ingrained in the nation’s cultural fabric. But in an age of great power competition, remembrance is increasingly seen as a geopolitical signal.

South Korea’s Sovereign AI Gambit: A High-Stakes Experiment in Autonomy

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 17:18
Amid China-U.S. rivalry, South Korea is betting its future on a risky, state-led “sovereign AI” strategy to forge its own path.

Are India-US Relations at a Crossroads?

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 16:25
Donald Trump’s intervention in a brief Indo-Pakistan conflict and his diplomatic theatrics have rekindled fears of a return to Washington’s old habit of hyphenating India with Pakistan.

Between Tigers and Tradition: The Complex Reality of Village Relocation in India

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 15:30
True conservation must be about more than numbers. It must respect the dignity, rights, and voices of those who have lived in harmony with these forests for generations.

What Does It Mean to Be Kazakhstani?

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 13:57
An interview with Diana T. Kudaibergen on power, identity, and nation-building in Kazakhstan.

What’s Next for Thai Politics After the PM’s Suspension From Office?

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 03:33
With Paetongtarn Shinawatra under investigation for her conduct in a leaked phone call, the country once again faces a protracted political interregnum.

Trump Says US and Vietnam Have Reached an Agreement on Tariffs

Thu, 03/07/2025 - 00:28
Washington has agreed to lower its threatened 46 percent tariff on imports from Vietnam in return for increased access to the Vietnamese market.

Exclusive Interview With Detained Activist Dr Mahrang Baloch 

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 22:26
From prison, Mahrang offers her perspective on the future of political dissent in Pakistan.

India’s Global South Outreach: Symbolic Solidarity or Strategic Shift?

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 20:07
India is reaching out to countries long neglected by the traditional structures of global diplomacy.

NATO’s North Korea Blindspot Is a Security Nightmare

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 19:53
Ignoring the threat posed by North Korea, as happened at this year's summit, undermines Euro-Atlantic security.

Will China Become Iran’s Major Defense Partner?

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 19:24
Given Iran’s lost trust in the quality of Russian systems and the urgency of rebuilding its air defense system, is closer China-Iran cooperation on the horizon?

Why Google Maps Can’t Guide You Through Seoul

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 18:44
Few realize that South Korea bars foreign companies from exporting the mapping data necessary for digital map services. That may soon change.

India, the Quad, and China’s Shadow: Building a Coherent Indo-Pacific Strategy

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 17:44
The Quad must evolve from rhetoric to action with a unified strategy that fully integrates India and counters China’s multifront challenge across trade, tech, and security.

Asian Universities Rise in Global Sustainability Leadership Rankings

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 17:10
Amid global SDG funding gaps, Asian universities are stepping up as leaders in sustainable finance, driving research and innovation to shape a more sustainable future.

China and Pakistan Mull a Beijing-led Alternative to SAARC

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 16:50
How far can South Asian regional cooperation go without India on board?

Why Is Japan’s Tiny Kurdish Community at the Center of a Political Storm?

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 16:30
Faced with right-wing attacks amid a growing national profile, Japan’s Kurds could benefit from simple, pragmatic policymaking.

The Unexpected Consequences of War Between Iran and Israel on Afghanistan

Wed, 02/07/2025 - 16:30
The direct conflict between Iran and Israel severely impacts Afghanistan, which is struggling with fragile governance, economic crisis, and insecurity under Taliban rule.

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