Archive
2020
China’s Trade Offensive Against Australia Continues with Ban on Wheat Imports
By Abhijnan Rej
Wheat joins a long list of commodities whose imports from Australia have been effectively banned by China as it flexes its geoeconomic muscle.
Germany to Deploy a Frigate to Patrol the Indo-Pacific
By Abhijnan Rej
The commitment comes amid growing skepticism about China across key European capitals, including Berlin.
Hizbul Mujahideen Chief Killed – Again
By Sudha Ramachandran
The new militants leading the group have proven to be no match for India’s security forces.
Hate-Peddling Buddhist Monk Turns Himself in to Police in Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
The move is most likely a desperate attempt to influence the result of this weekend's national election.
Turbulent Times for Southeast Asia’s National Airlines
By James Guild
Since COVID-19 brought international travel to a grinding halt, the region's airlines have been pushed to the brink of collapse.
What Would a Biden Administration Mean for Southeast Asia?
By Sebastian Strangio
The most likely outcome would be change in the form of U.S. policy and continuity in the substance.
Foot in Mouth, Mahathir’s Hate Speech Backfires – Again
By Luke Hunt
It’s time for the former Malaysian PM to just shut and stop scratching for cheap votes.
Are Southeast Asia’s Anti-China Nationalists Democrats?
By David Hutt
Taking anti-China positions is easy for politicians in opposition. Things get more complicated once they take office.
Taiwan’s Overall Defense Concept, Explained
By Lee Hsi-min and Eric Lee
The concept’s developer explains the asymmetric approach to Taiwan’s defense.
Tens of Thousands in Bangladesh Protest Against France
By Associated Press
The public outcry over drawings of the Prophet Muhammad continues to grow, even as Bangladesh’s government remains silent.
How Many People Are in China? The Government Just Started Counting.
By Shannon Tiezzi
The once-a-decade census is now underway, and the results will have important data on China’s aging population and rural-urban divide.
Tajiks Stuck in Russia, Flights Home Cancelled
By Catherine Putz
A pair of November 1 charter flights from Moscow to Dushanbe were cancelled.