Archive
July 2021
Afghanistan-Pakistan Ties Fray Further Over Abduction of Afghan Ambassador’s Daughter
By Umair Jamal
At a time when the two countries should be engaging more to resolve misunderstandings, they have recalled their ambassadors.
“We Are Stronger than Their Injustice”: Indian Farmers Strengthen Protest Amid COVID-19 Surge
By Tarushi Aswani
Despite a severe COVID-19 outbreak and waning international attention, India's farmers are keeping up the fight.
Thailand to Join COVAX, Acknowledging Low Vaccine Supply
By Chalida Ekvittayavechnukul
The country's slow vaccine rollout has heaped pressure on Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's government.
Myanmar Hemorrhages Jobs Due to Coup Crisis, COVID-19
By Sebastian Strangio
The International Labor Organization reports “a continuous deterioration in labor market conditions since the military takeover.”
Russia Tests Hypersonic Zircon Missile
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Growing geopolitical rivalries will continue to drive the development of hypersonic and other lethal weapons systems.
Ted Cruz Blocking State Department Nominees Over Nord Stream 2
By Catherine Putz
With news of a deal on the pipeline, Cruz isn’t getting what he wants. Will he finally let important diplomatic posts be filled?
New Zealand’s Statement on China’s Cyberattacks: A Shot Across the Bow
By Geoffrey Miller
A statement issued by the New Zealand government alleging Chinese state involvement in hacking goes much further than a simple, pro forma endorsement of the views of New Zealand’s allies.
Teen With US Ties Again on the Run From China With Fiancee
By Associated Press
Wang Jingyu has been on the run from Chinese police since July 2019, after he posted comments in support of mass demonstrations in Hong Kong.
Flooding in China’s Henan Province Kills at Least 25
By Associated Press
Historic rainfall in Henan province caused severe flooding, including in Zhengzhou, the provincial capital.
The Kris Wu Sex Scandal and China’s Search for Morality in Public Figures
By Jo Kim
In China, celebrities are under greater political and societal pressure to refrain from “immoral conduct.” Is this the Chinese version of cancel culture?
Britain to Keep 2 Warships Permanently in East Asia
By Steven Stashwick
The announcement comes as a U.K. strike group heads to region.
Southeast Asia, Geopolitics, and China’s Vaccine Diplomacy
By Ankit Panda
How has China approached vaccine diplomacy in Southeast Asia?