Archive
April 12, 2011

The Wait For Murakami's IQ84
The popular writer’s first English release in years is coming. Fans are likely already on the edge of their seats.

The CIA’s Pakistan Endgame
A mix of inter-agency bickering and complicated ties with Pakistani intelligence continue to hamper chances for a smooth exit from Afghanistan.

How Bad Is Fukushima Crisis?
Japan’s govt has raised the level of the nuclear crisis at its Fukushima nuclear plant to a level 7. Is it really that bad?

Malaysia’s Holy Rows
Issues of religion being increasingly added to the country’s political mix is reason for concern.

Malaysia’s Holy Rows
Issues of religion being increasingly added to the country’s political mix is reason for concern.

India Shouldn't Fight Democracy
Anna Hazare’s recent protest has spurred a worrisome rise in cynicism toward democracy among citizens.
China's Trade Deficit Surprise
China posted a surprise trade deficit for the first quarter. Will it increase pressure for quicker renminbi appreciation?

Chinese Media’s Ostrich Policy
Concerned about the public drawing parallels, China’s govt wants reporting, not analysis, of unrest in the Arab world.

Chinese Media’s Ostrich Policy
Concerned about the public drawing parallels, China’s govt wants reporting, not analysis, of unrest in the Arab world.

Brunei For ‘Defence Diplomacy’
The country thinks the policy should be incorporated in the Asia-Pacific. Should regional partners take heed?

Brunei For ‘Defence Diplomacy’
The country thinks the policy should be incorporated in the Asia-Pacific. Should regional partners take heed?