Archive
2019
China Issues Statement Condemning Indian Decision to Bifurcate Kashmir
By Ankit Panda
China sees its claims in Kashmir threatened by New Delhi’s move.
New KCR-60M Vessels Highlight Indonesia’s Naval Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The steel-cutting ceremony for the fast attack crafts put the Southeast Asian state’s navy back in the headlines.
Tensions Flare at Kyrgyz Gold Mine
By Catherine Putz
A brawl erupted between locals and Chinese workers, sending 20 to the hospital.
The Problem With Sri Lanka’s New ‘False News’ Law
By Rehab Mahamoor
Sri Lanka doesn’t need more laws. It needs to use the laws currently on its books responsibly.
China Vows to Counter US Deployment of Midrange Missiles in Asia
By Christopher Bodeen
With the INF officially lapsed, Beijing warns it will take action should the US deploy previously banned missiles to the Asia-Pacific.
2 Russian Spy Planes Conduct Reconnaissance Mission off Western Coast of Alaska and Canada
By Franz-Stefan Gady
According to NORAD, the two aircraft entered the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone on August 1.
The End of Article 370: How Pakistan Surrendered Kashmir
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
Pakistan’s long-time approach to the dispute leaves little room for objecting to the Modi government’s power play.
Japan’s Upper House Election Results: A Win for Diversity?
By Thisanka Siripala
Despite a record number of female and handicapped candidates winning seats, hurdles remain.
Can the US Forge a Stronger Mekong Partnership?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While Washington is trying expand the US role in the Mekong, realizing that goal will require significant efforts.
Nuon Chea: Remembering the Legacy of the Khmer Rouge’s Chief Ideologue
By Luke Hunt
The death of one of the genocidal regime’s remaining leaders has once again highlighted a dark chapter in Cambodia’s past.
Australia, South Korea Say No to Deployment of US INF-Range Missiles on Their Soil
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Canberra and Seoul said that they won’t be hosting any U.S. ground-based mid-range missiles.
Can Social Media Help Heal the Wounds of Partition?
By Iftikhar Alam
72 years after partition, migrants are using social media to reconnect with their ancestral homes.