Archive
May 2013
Tehran’s Designs on Afghanistan
Evidence from Herat and elsewhere suggests a growing – and at times deadly – Iranian influence over its eastern neighbor.
Outrage After Sharia Court Allows Rapist to Marry His 13-year-old Victim
A man has evaded rape charges via Sharia Law. Malaysians are enraged.
Airsea Battle With Chinese Characteristics
Beijing’s approach to seapower is remarkably similar to the U.S. Navy in the age of Mahan and Roosevelt.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Talks State Security
Omar Abdullah spoke in New Delhi about his state’s struggle with security.
Chinese Actress Li Bingbing Joins Transformers 4 Cast
American Idol-type reality show to be held to cast four other Chinese nationals in the film.
Mongolia: Succumbing to the Resource Curse?
Mongolia has done well from the commodities boom. But some troubling signs are emerging.
Changing the India-U.S. Scenario
In Indian Ocean geopolitics, the U.S. pursues its own interests. India should do the same.
Asia’s Place at the 66th Cannes Film Festival
From celebrating Indian cinema to numerous film screenings, Asia is strong at Cannes this year.
UN Raps Japan For Not Funding Pro-Pyongyang Schools
Japan’s refusal to subsidize pro-North Korean schools in Japan “constitutes discrimination” a UN committee claims.
Water Scarcity and Social Equality in China
By tackling water scarcity head on, Beijing is improving social equality and fostering sustainable development.
Hong Kong: Asia’s New Art Capital?
With the city’s first Art Basel event, Hong Kong is cementing its status as one of the world’s leading art centers.
Undermining Iran’s Islamic Republic From Within
Constant meddling threatens to drag the Supreme Leader into the political mud.