December 2020

Bullied by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan is turning toward Iran, Malaysia, and Turkey instead.

The basic precepts that shape both countries’ foreign policies are similar, paving the way for a much deeper relationship.

Media outlets can easily get drawn into a game of creating “false balance” between warring political tribes. 

In Indian politics a candidate may get his name, his symbol or party symbol copied by his rivals. 

Nepal will hold fresh elections in April and May next year.

Uzbekistan launches trials of a Chinese vaccine, but purchases Russian vaccine.

Chinese attitudes toward immigration are growing more diverse, with many remaining neutral or positive despite alarming headlines. 

Mytel, one of Myanmar's largest telecoms networks, functions as a major source of revenue for the Tatmadaw.

The country's longstanding ties with its neighbor Laos constitute an alliance in everything but name.

A North Korean official vowed to turn the national park into "a cultural resort envied by the whole world."

Laos has several options for dealing with its debt crisis, and none of them are palatable.

The COVID-19 outbreak puts a spotlight on Thailand’s large floating population of migrant workers from Myanmar.