Archive
April 2016
Time for Asia and the Pacific to Lead on Sustainable Development
By Shamshad Akhtar
Success in the Asia-Pacific will be crucial to the ambitious global plan to eradicate poverty.
States-in-Waiting: Introducing Your Future Pacific Neighbors
By Sally Andrews
The world's newest states are likely to emerge from the Pacific Islands. Why is no one paying attention?
Bumpy Start for Malaysia’s First Sharia-Compliant Airline
By Amy Chew
Delays, canceled flights and handwritten boarding passes.
Any Luxe Left for China?
By Sara Hsu
The corruption crackdown has had repercussions for China’s luxury goods industry.
Crunch Time for Pakistan’s Extremist Battle
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
Devastating recent attacks raise the stakes for the government.
Kyrgyzstan’s Newest Holiday Marks Its Last Revolution
By Catherine Putz
Meanwhile, the state jails several opposition leaders accused of plotting a coup.
Why India's Upset About Obama's Post-Nuclear Security Summit Remarks
By Ankit Panda
U.S. President Barack Obama hints at the nuclear uncertainties between India and Pakistan, upsetting India.
US, Philippines Launch Wargames As China Issues Warning
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Balikatan 2016 kicks off with some notable firsts.
US Navy Is Speed Testing Sub-Hunting Robot Ship
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The new vessel designed to track Chinese and Russian subs is slated to be christened this April.
History Repeats in South Korea’s Crumbling Opposition
By Elaine Ramirez
At the center of controversy is fallen rebel Ahn Cheol-soo.
India’s Chance at a New Beginning With Democratic Myanmar
By Mohamed Zeeshan
In Myanmar, India's conscience and interests may finally be aligning.
Hong Kong Film Awards Winner Emphasizes Rift With Beijing
By Shannon Tiezzi
And the award for Best Film goes to... no one, according to Chinese state media.