Archive
February 2017
After Opposition Leader is Detained, Protests Kick Off in Kyrgyzstan
By Catherine Putz
Omurbek Tekebayev was detained Sunday as part of a corruption investigation -- supporters say it's all politics.
Would India Support a Post-ISIS Independence Push by the Kurds?
By Kabir Taneja
How involved does New Delhi want to be?
What Do the New Philippine Protests Mean for Duterte?
By Mong Palatino
A closer look at what recent protests against the Philippine president signify.
Why is Singapore Eying a Military Base Deal With New Zealand?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at a new potential opportunity for the city-state to train its fighter pilots.
Rocky Australia-Indonesia Military Ties Restored After Jokowi Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Indonesian leader’s trip provided both sides with a valuable opportunity to patch things up after a recent spat.
What’s Behind the First ASEAN-Australia Special Summit?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what the agenda will look like when both sides meet next year.
Is China Ready for Global Leadership?
By Dingding Chen
Yes and no, but China should get ready for global leadership if the U.S. further retreats from the world.
Are Chinese Forces Conducting Patrols in Afghanistan?
By Ankit Panda
China has denied reports that its military is conducting patrols across the border in Afghanistan.
Planned New York Talks Between North Korean and Former US Officials Won't Go Ahead
By Ankit Panda
Track 1.5 talks with North Korea officials won't be returning to New York City after all.
The Chinese Navy's Djibouti Base: A 'Support Facility' or Something More?
By Ankit Panda
China says its facility in Djibouti will amount to little more than a "support facility."
Time for ASEAN to Take Human Rights Seriously
By Champa Patel
To serve as a model regional organization, ASEAN can no longer ignore human rights violations.
A Warning From Nepal’s ‘River Man’
By Vishal Arora
In 20 years, Nepal may not have any undammed rivers left.