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Through the Lens: Life and Politics in Asia

Each week, The Diplomat's Vishal Arora travels around Asia to bring stories on politics, culture, and society, portraying different facets of life on the continent.

Violence Follows New ‘Anti-Conversion’ Law in India’s Madhya Pradesh

Violence Follows New ‘Anti-Conversion’ Law in India’s Madhya Pradesh

By Harshita Rathore
Fears rise among religious minorities, especially Christians, in Madhya Pradesh as violence spikes following a controversial new law.

Why India Lags Behind in Athletics

Why India Lags Behind in Athletics

By StoriesAsia
Medal winning decathlete Ali Ansari has to work as a laborer just to afford to keep up his Olympic dream.
Distance Learning During the COVID-19 Lockdown in India

Distance Learning During the COVID-19 Lockdown in India

By Vishal Arora
An Indian tutor teaches from her balcony with kids sitting a floor below

Silent Victims of Sexual Abuse in Sri Lanka’s Trade Zones

Silent Victims of Sexual Abuse in Sri Lanka’s Trade Zones

By Vishal Arora
The majority of the workforce in the zones comprises of women, who continually face sexual harassment in their workplaces.

The Shrinking Space for Minorities and Dissent in Sri Lanka

The Shrinking Space for Minorities and Dissent in Sri Lanka

By StoriesAsia
An interview with activist Ruki Fernando on Gotabaya’s presidency.

The Growing Islamism in Malaysia

The Growing Islamism in Malaysia

By Vishal Arora
An interview with Eugene Yapp on Islamism and extremism in Malaysia.

Kashmiris’ Desperate Quest for Internet Access

Kashmiris’ Desperate Quest for Internet Access

By StoriesAsia
The internet has been partially restored in Kashmir after six months of misery.
Social Justice a Distant Dream for Nepal’s Dalits

Social Justice a Distant Dream for Nepal’s Dalits

By Vishal Arora
A Nepali MP shares her experiences as a low-caste woman.

From Myanmar to India: Refugees’ Lives Matter

From Myanmar to India: Refugees’ Lives Matter

By StoriesAsia
Myanmar’s Chin people in India.

A Day in Kashmir’s Epicenter of Resistance

A Day in Kashmir’s Epicenter of Resistance

By Vishal Arora
Scenes from the Soura area of Srinagar, Kashmir's epicenter of resistance.

What’s Up With Buddhist Persecution in Vietnam?

What’s Up With Buddhist Persecution in Vietnam?

By Vishal Arora
Buddhists in Vietnam may not face violent attacks, but government restrictions on their faith are keenly felt.
What’s Up With Religious Freedom Worldwide?

What’s Up With Religious Freedom Worldwide?

By Vishal Arora
An overview from Nadine Maenza, vice chair of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom.

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