Archive
August 2017
Will US Sanctions on Hizbul Mujahideen Make Pakistan Reconsider Its ‘Good Taliban’?
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
The Pakistani Foreign Office condemned sanctions as being “detrimental to Kashmir’s freedom struggle.”
Trump Is Undercutting America’s Allies and Strengthening China’s Hand
By Chris Carothers
Meanwhile, the Presidents of South Korea and Taiwan are trying to ride the tiger of Trumpian uncertainty .
A Tragic and Avoidable Death on Manus Island
By Anna Shea
The recent death of Hamed Shamshiripour highlights Australia’s vicious policies toward asylum seekers.
A New G2: China and the EU?
By Andrei Lungu
In light of Washington's wavering, Brussels and Beijing have an opportunity.
Japanese Public Broadcaster Wins Acclaim in China for World War II Documentary
By Charlotte Gao
Japan's NHK broadcasted a program on the crimes committed by Japanese Unit 731 during World War II.
Whatever Trump May Believe, North Korea Didn't 'Back Down' From Its Guam Threat
By Ankit Panda
That North Korea has not yet launched missiles toward Guam does not mean that Kim Jong-un has backed down.
China Plans to Build 'World-Famous' Cybersecurity Schools in 10 Years
By Charlotte Gao
China is not only clamping down on internet access, but also building its internet army
Beware the New China-Philippines South China Sea Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Duterte administration continues to tout opportunities of a pact despite the significant risks it would involve.
For the United States, India's Moves at Doklam Signal Its Willingness to Act
By Richard M. Rossow
India's moves against China at Doklam reflect its value as a partner to the United States in preserving global order.
Taliban Office Politics: UAE vs. Qatar
By Samuel Ramani
The UAE’s attempt at moderating the Taliban through diplomacy ultimately fell short.
US Air Force Exercise Kicks Off with Singapore’s Participation
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The city-state continues its involvement in Exercise Red Flag.
Who Protects Indians From the Taxman’s Algorithms?
By Aswin Mannepalli
As the Indian government scrutinizes the digital lives of its citizens to root out economic crime, fundamental rights could be in jeopardy.