Archive
2019
The Defiance of Pakistani Atheists
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
In a country where atheism is a capital offense, nonbelievers are still finding quiet ways to forge community.
South Korea Just Made a Big Mistake
By John Lee
Pulling out of the intelligence sharing agreement with Japan will only hurt Korea's security.
Mine Countermeasure Exercise Puts Indonesia-Singapore Military Ties into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction spotlighted the defense aspect of the relationship between the two Southeast Asian states.
Can Prayutnomics Help Thailand’s Economy?
By David Hutt
A look at what the prime minister’s tenure may mean for the country’s economic prospects.
Enforced Disappearances Met With Denials From Bangladesh
By Meenakshi Ganguly
Bangladesh authorities need to stop feigning ignorance to the horrific experiences of those who have been forced to disappear.
Guaranteeing Peace With North Korea
By Patrick M. Cronin and Ryan Neuhard
If North Korea is serious about giving up its nukes for security guarantees, here's how the US should proceed.
Safety Not Guaranteed: Time Not Right for Rohingya Returns
By Christopher Catrambone
Yet again, Myanmar and Bangladesh are ready to begin repatriations. But little has changed to make that possible.
Australia Risks Losing Allies in Pacific Over Climate Policies
By Joshua Mcdonald
The Pacific Islands Forum ended with island leaders frustrated – and furious – over Australia's intransigence on coal.
China’s Grand Plans for Shenzhen
By Eleanor Albert
The new plan for Shenzhen also shines a light on China's long-term strategy toward Hong Kong.
Islamabad’s Old Books Collection
By Shah Meer Baloch
A bookstore has become a legacy to another time in Pakistan's capital.
2 Months on, Hong Kong Remains Defiant
By Adryel Talamantes
Hong Kong's protests show no signs of slowing down as the movement enters its 11th week.
New Faces, Old Patterns in Uzbekistan’s Foreign Policy
By Aleksey Asiryan
Uzbekistan’s change of foreign policy course has its roots in a 2012 concept that recognized changing regional dynamics.