Archive
2020
Indonesia’s Quixotic Bid to Host the 2032 Olympics
By Sebastian Strangio
There is the question of Indonesia's bid can succeed. Then there's the question of whether it would be a good thing.
How Will Myanmar’s Election Affect Its Foreign Policy?
By Sebastian Strangio
The coming five-year term is likely to see a continuity of aims within more constrained parameters.
One Thousand and One Responses to Borat
By Paolo Sorbello
Offensive, racist, only-for-Americans, funny, and even a diplomatic case. The second Borat movie stirred a wide range of controversies in Kazakhstan and worldwide.
Support for Trump in Hong Kong and Taiwan Is Unsurprising (But Misguided)
By Ja Ian Chong
Worry about the reliability of Democratic presidents is based on a selective reading of past and current events.
Thailand Protests at a Tipping Point
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Tamara Loos.
IOC President Says Tokyo Olympic ‘Participants’ Will Be Encouraged to Get Vaccine
By Associated Press
Thomas Bach made the comment as he tours Japan, seeking to persuade a skeptical Japanese public that it’s safe to hold the Olympics during a pandemic.
Mongolia Imposes Curfew Amid COVID-19 Scare
By Anandsaikhan Nyamdavaa
The first cases of local transmission in Mongolia have sparked a decisive response from the government.
South Korea’s Government and Top Prosecutor Clash Once Again
By Mitch Shin
The country has been divided as the government and prosecutor general tussle over prosecution reform.
Poll: The EU Has Solid Common Ground When It Comes To China
By Richard Q. Turcsányi
A new poll encompassing 13 European countries finds remarkable consensus on China - mostly negative.
Thai Protesters Rally Again, Promoting a Diversity of Causes
By Associated Press
Some 20 groups called the rally at Bangkok's Democracy Monument this weekend under the name "Mob Fest.”
Push to Legislate Interfaith Marriages Sparks Backlash in India
By Neeta Lal
The renewed focus on “love jihad” has provoked outcry from critics, who see it as a blow to both communal harmony and women’s rights.
Pacific Island States Look Hopefully to Biden Administration for Movement on Climate Change
By Grant Wyeth
Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has extended an invitation to Biden to travel to Fiji in August 2021 for the Pacific Islands Forum.