Archive
2013
India Fights Gender Discrimination with All-Women Bank
Is it a political move or a step toward empowering women?
China's Third Plenum and India's 'Dictator Envy'
Watching China’s economic planning process, Indians may be tempted to ditch democracy. Here’s why they shouldn’t.
With Pricey Naval Revamp, Bangladesh Can’t Afford to Fail
Bangladesh is one of the world’s poorest countries. But can it afford not to revamp its fledgling Navy?
Japan: Uniting China and the Koreas Since 1909
An Ahn Jung-geun statue is just the latest example of China and South Korea uniting over Japan’s not-so-glorious past.
India to Host Japanese Emperor
Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko of Japan will conduct a six-day visit to India.
China’s Looming Social Security Crisis
The Third Plenum unveiled much-needed reforms for China’s retirement funds. But is it too little, too late?
Iran Deploys Submarine to India & Sri Lanka
A submarine-escorted naval fleet set sail from southern Iran for Mumbai and Colombo on Wednesday.
Dennis Rodman Hopes His Vodka Will Help US-North Korea Make Peace
The former NBA star believes his brand of vodka could be the perfect way to bring Obama and Kim Jong-Un together.
The Motorola Moto G: An Impressive Addition
Not a top-tier smartphone, the Moto G is nonetheless a strong addition to the Motorola lineup.
Russia and Iran: A Balancing Act
Moscow seeks to combine pragmatism with maximum leverage, at least until Iran achieves a détente with the West.
The US Renounces the Monroe Doctrine?
On Monday, John Kerry declared that “the era of the Monroe Doctrine is over.” Don’t believe him.
‘Strategic Patience’ with North Korea
The U.S. needs to rethink its current position on reopening negotiations with Pyongyang.