Archive
July 2015
Asia’s Renewed Deal Frenzy
By Anthony Fensom
The Financial Times acquisition is part of a much larger M&A wave.
Dead or Alive, Is Mullah Omar Still a Wanted Man?
By Ankit Panda
The leader of the Afghan Taliban for over two decades, Mullah Omar, may finally be dead. Or not.
Mudslides Make a Mess in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Higher than average temperatures have led to increased glacial melt and dangerous mudslides across the region.
Japan’s Strategy for Central Asia
By Samuel Ramani
With a surprisingly proactive policy, Japan is a significant player in the region.
The Hidden Costs of China's Shift to Hydropower
By Beth Walker and Liu Qin
Beijing hopes hydropower can wean China off dirty fossil fuels, but new dams will mean a big environmental toll.
Preempt, Push, and Protect: India’s Strategy after the Iran Deal
By Sumitha Narayanan Kutty
With the nuclear deal done, New Delhi must anticipate certain risks to its regional approach and adapt accordingly.
Malaysia Silences the Press Amid Corruption Scandal
By Mong Palatino
The country suspends two newspapers.
Why the Philippines Won't Have a New China Policy After Aquino
By Richard Javad Heydarian
Expecting a radical shift under a new president is misguided.
Beware China’s ‘Basing’ Strategy: Former US Navy Chief
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Admiral Gary Roughead issues a warning about Beijing’s growing network of 'places.'
Should India Thank British Rule For a Free Press?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The British were instrumental in creating the one institution that, like nothing else, helped bring down their rule in India.
How Eisenhower Saved Taiwan
By Shannon Tiezzi
Nearly 60 years after his presidency ended, Taiwan still likes Ike. Here's why.
Terror in Punjab: What Happened?
By Ankit Panda
A recent terror attack in Punjab raises questions about the future of India-Pakistan relations.