Archive
March 2020
Malaysia on New Coronavirus Lockdown After Sharp Case Spike
By Associated Press
Malaysia announced a lockdown on the country starting Wednesday after a sharp spike in the number of virus cases.
What’s in the First Russia-Indonesia Joint Navy Exercise Chatter?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at a potential first for defense ties.
Gairsain’s Uphill Task: Uttarakhand’s Plan for Two Capitals
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The little-known Indian town of Gairsain will be a ground of an experiment in shared governance.
Virus Toll in Iran Climbs as Lockdowns Deepen Across Middle East
By Associated Press
Iran’s coronavirus crisis continues to worsen.
South Korean 2020 Legislative Election: A Mid-Term Test for Moon Jae-In
By Ildar Daminov
The 2020 legislative election should be seen as a referendum on Moon’s policies.
New Joint Maritime Patrols Put the Focus on Vietnam-Cambodia Naval Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two countries held the latest in a series of joint maritime patrols.
Japan-Vietnam Defense Ties in the Headlines With Naval Shipbuilding Cooperation
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An engagement this month spotlighted ongoing collaboration between the two sides in the security domain.
Coronavirus Fears Don’t Stop Biggest China-Cambodia Military Drills Yet
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The exercise has continued amid continuing anxieties about the virus in both countries and the wider world.
COVID-19 Arrives in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
It was only a matter of time.
Afghan Government Postpones Prisoner Release, Endangers Deal
By Associated Press
The U.S.-Taliban deal was touted at the time as the best chance at ending Afghanistan's endless wars.
How China Is Expanding Beyond Western Institutions
By Eva Seiwert
Even as the coronavirus unsettles the world, China’s bid to reshape international relations beyond Western formats is quietly gathering steam.
New Zealand Marks Year Since Christchurch Massacre
By Joshua Mcdonald
A year on from the Christchurch massacre -- what has New Zealand done to prevent further attacks?