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Where is Aung San Suu Kyi?

Where is Aung San Suu Kyi?

By Sribala Subramanian
Myanmar's ousted leader was reportedly whisked out of jail during a heatwave.

Even If Thailand’s MFP Is Dissolved, the Monarchy Reform Movement Will Live On

Even If Thailand’s MFP Is Dissolved, the Monarchy Reform Movement Will Live On

By David Hutt
If disbanded over its pledge to reform the country's "sacred" institution, the Move Forward Party will simply re-emerge in new form.
Will Izumi Kenta Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister?

Will Izumi Kenta Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister?

By Jio Kamata
A CDP government looks more likely than ever – even if it’s still a low-odds proposition. 

The ‘Memory War’ Over Taiwan’s Sunflower Movement

The ‘Memory War’ Over Taiwan’s Sunflower Movement

By Yang Kuang-shun
The public perception of the Sunflower Movement within Taiwan varies markedly across different demographics and political viewpoints.

Myanmar’s Revolution Has Entered a New, More Complicated Phase

Myanmar’s Revolution Has Entered a New, More Complicated Phase

By Tommy Walker
As the military junta’s losses mount, the resistance faces growing challenges of cohesion and coordination.

With Latest Resignations, Vietnam’s ‘Game of Thrones’ Intensifies

With Latest Resignations, Vietnam’s ‘Game of Thrones’ Intensifies

By Huynh Tam Sang
The country's corruption crackdown, which has led to the exit of two senior leaders in recent weeks, reflects an alarming escalation of cronyism and party infighting.

Japan’s PM Kishida Says He Won’t Step Down After LDP’s Defeat in By-elections

Japan’s PM Kishida Says He Won’t Step Down After LDP’s Defeat in By-elections

By Mari Yamaguchi
Sunday’s defeat marks a further setback for Kishida, who will seek reelection as his party’s leader in the fall.
Indian American Diaspora and Politics in India and the US

Indian American Diaspora and Politics in India and the US

By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Regardless of generation, Indian Americans are more likely to be liberal on issues in the U.S. and conservative on matters affecting India.

India’s Political Satirists Challenge Narendra Modi on Social Media

India’s Political Satirists Challenge Narendra Modi on Social Media

By Kavita Chowdhury
With the mainstream media doubling up as cheerleaders of the Modi government, YouTubers are speaking truth to power.

Sogavare Stands Down as Dust Settles From Solomon Islands Election

Sogavare Stands Down as Dust Settles From Solomon Islands Election

By Patricia O’Brien
The four-time prime minister says he won’t contest for the top office, with the election results repudiating in part the geopolitical direction he’s led the Solomon islands.

South Korea’s Opposition Leader Urges President Yoon to Allow Special Investigations

South Korea’s Opposition Leader Urges President Yoon to Allow Special Investigations

By Hyung-jin Kim
After the opposition’s landslide victory in legislative polls, Yoon held his first meeting with Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung since taking office.
India’s 2024 General Elections and Geopolitics

India’s 2024 General Elections and Geopolitics

By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
What will India's 2024 vote mean for Asia and the world?

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