Archive
2019
Ahmadis Once Again Fear the Fallout From Pakistan’s Political Tussles
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
“All political issues, which have nothing to do with us, see us becoming the scapegoats,” says the Ahmadiyya community’s spokesperson.
Don’t Let a New Rift Between China and the West Be Torn Over Hong Kong
By Jin Kai
As turmoil continues in Hong Kong, U.S. intervention stands to make things worse.
‘Your Right to Know’ Campaign Launches Against Government Secrecy in Australia
By Joshua Mcdonald
Last week, the covers of Australia’s major papers all ran a heavily redacted memo in response to increased pressure on the press.
The Future of US-China Strategic Competition: Minding the Clarity Gaps
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the outlines of a longer-term competition have been cohering, there are also lingering uncertainties as to how this phase of U.S-China relations will evolve.
Brahmos Supersonic Missile Talk Spotlights India-Philippines Defense Cooperation
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While specifics remain unclear, the chatter has put the emphasis on a development that could be significant for the bilateral relationship.
India-Saudi Arabia Ties: Scaling New Heights
By Alvite Ningthoujam
Prime Minister Modi’s latest trip to Riyadh underscores a growing relationship.
Bickering Emerges on Uzbekistan’s Political Scene
By Umida Hashimova
Parliamentary elections set for December 22 will take place under a new atmosphere, but small campaign feuds aren’t yet touching main issues.
Beijing’s Next Big Problem
By Stephen Smith
Managing asymmetry is China’s next big problem, but Beijing has ample historical experience doing so.
US Navy Commissions New Littoral Combat Ship USS Indianapolis
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The latest littoral combat ship entered service with the Navy’s active fleet on October 26.
2 Russian Strategic Bombers Conduct Night Flight Over Indian Ocean
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The two nuclear-capable aircraft were en route to South Africa as part of an effort to deepen military ties between the Russian and South African air forces.
Russia-China Strategic Alliance Gets a New Boost with Missile Early Warning System
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The development is the latest indicator that the bilateral relationship is getting stronger.
Confronting Cambodia’s Waste Management Challenge
By David Hutt
The country, especially its capital, has long had a problem with waste that needs to be addressed.