March 16, 2012

What Happened to Bo Xilai?

The firing Bo Xilai was a surprise to many. Was he punished for getting too far outside the mainstream?

Will Banerjee Derail UPA?

Plans for a hike in rail fares by Dinesh Trivedi have angered West Bengal’s chief minister. Congress is in trouble.

India's Diplomatic Iran Dance

Caught between U.S. pressure and its oil needs, India is involved in a delicate diplomatic dance.

North Korea's Satellite Vow

North Korea plans to launch a satellite into orbit next month. Would the move scupper its deal with the U.S.?

Sumo's First African Star

Egyptian Abdelrahman Ahmed Shaalan is the first African sumo wrestler in Japan. Can he make an impact?

Thailand and Internet Enemies

A new report says some democracies are becoming enemies of the Internet. Thailand is one of the worst.

Mitt Romney’s Bleak China View

Are Romney’s China complaints campaign rhetoric or genuine belief? Either way, he must resist ideologically pleasing solutions that risk military overreach.

Singapore as a Global City

Singapore has been named the third most competitive city in the world. But can it call itself a global city?

Sanjay Kumar

Indian Decade writer Sanjay Kumar answers readers’ questions about the Indian elections, Rahul Gandhi and the country’s biggest social problem.