Archive
2019
Australia Addresses the Growing Threat of Returning Foreign Fighters
By Marcus Tantau
New laws allow the government to prevent Australians with suspected terrorism links from entering the country.
Chinese PLA Personnel Complete Training for S-400 Air Defense System in Russia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
About 100 PLA servicemen have completed a training course in Russia for maintaining the S-400 air defense system.
Malaysia’s New Sex Scandal: Look Beyond the Politics
By Preeti Jha
The scandal is also demonizing an already persecuted LGBT minority.
Is Populism Finally Coming to Japan?
By Daisuke Minami
The success of the leftist Reiwa Shinsengumi marks a turning point in Japanese politics.
Easter Bombings Damaged Sri Lanka Economy Beyond Tourism
By Bharatha Mallawarachi
While a huge share of job losses were in the tourism sector, they've rippled through many other industries.
Where Is the New Jordan-Philippines Attack Helicopter Deal?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the status of a significant agreement for defense ties.
New Military Vehicle Deal Approval Puts US-Thailand Alliance in Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Progress on the agreement put the defense aspect of the relationship back in the headlines.
The Evolution of Afro-Chinese Identity
By Layne Vandenberg
Interracial relationships between Africans and Chinese are changing how Chinese identity is defined for their children.
Why Has Pakistan Set Up an FATF Cell at the Federal Bureau of Revenue?
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan immediately needs to put in place a major reform package to address the forum's concerns.
Is the Greater Bay Area China’s Future?
By Dingding Chen and Tiffany Chen
It’s possible, but both opportunities and challenges remain in coming years
The Tibetan Muslims of Kashmir
By Safwat Zargar
A mostly forgotten population has been living as refugees in the Kashmir Valley for 60 years.
Military Build-up in the Asia-Pacific: An Interview With Hawaii’s Sen. Brian Schatz
By Jon Letman
Hawaii’s senior senator discusses missile defense, prospects for peace on the Korean peninsula, and more.