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2021

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What to Expect From Japan’s ‘Economic Security’ Legislation

What to Expect From Japan’s ‘Economic Security’ Legislation

By Daisuke Akimoto
The Kishida administration has emphasized economic security, but what does it mean?
Challenging Moon’s Symbolic End-Of-War Declaration  

Challenging Moon’s Symbolic End-Of-War Declaration  

By Sang-soo Lee and Love-Lis Liljeström
South Korea’s renewed push for an end-of-war declaration as a way to resume dialogue will be unsuccessful if not attached to practical steps for peace and denuclearization. 

China’s Long-Term Economic Direction

China’s Long-Term Economic Direction

By Sara Hsu
Xi Jinping has been clear that China’s old economic model is a thing of the past. The new one, however, is only starting to take shape.

Examining the Taliban’s Words, Thoughts and Deeds, Part II: Hostage Diplomacy

Examining the Taliban’s Words, Thoughts and Deeds, Part II: Hostage Diplomacy

By Mohammad Bashir Mobasher and Mohammad Qadam Shah
The Taliban are well-practiced at taking and using hostages. Now it’s a nation held hostage.

In Kashmir, a Closed Mosque Belies India’s Religious Freedom

In Kashmir, a Closed Mosque Belies India’s Religious Freedom

By Aijaz Hussain
The 600-year-old Jamia Masjid is a venue for Friday prayers for Kashmir’s Muslims but also a nerve center for massive anti-India protests.
Cambodian PM Nominates Top Diplomat as ASEAN Envoy on Myanmar

Cambodian PM Nominates Top Diplomat as ASEAN Envoy on Myanmar

By Sebastian Strangio
Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn can be expected to pursue a strategy of pragmatic engagement with the military junta.

Caroline Kennedy Nominated as US Ambassador to Australia

Caroline Kennedy Nominated as US Ambassador to Australia

By Philip Citowicki
The appointment comes at an important moment in the relations between the two nations.
Can MUDA Capture Malaysia’s Youth Vote?

Can MUDA Capture Malaysia’s Youth Vote?

By Alifah Zainuddin
If all young people gravitate towards MUDA, the youth-based party will instantly become a major political party. But that is unlikely to be the case.

Cambodia’s Myanmar Crisis Diplomacy: Give Talks a Chance

Cambodia’s Myanmar Crisis Diplomacy: Give Talks a Chance

By Sao Phal Niseiy
As unpalatable as it sounds, political dialogue with the military offers the best route out of the country's political and humanitarian crisis.

Malaysia Readies for Crucial Sarawak State Elections

Malaysia Readies for Crucial Sarawak State Elections

By Sebastian Strangio
The elections fall amidst an upswing in pro-autonomy sentiment in the eastern Malaysian state.

New Philippine President, New China Policy?

New Philippine President, New China Policy?

By Bich T. Tran
The election of Rodrigo Duterte in 2016 initiated a wild swing in the country's policy toward China. Get set for more change in 2022.
Bangladesh at 50: On the Path to Becoming a Middle Power

Bangladesh at 50: On the Path to Becoming a Middle Power

By Asif Muztaba Hassan
Despite the odds, Bangladesh has managed to remain neutral amid great power competition and notch rapid economic growth. But the next decade will bring even more challenges.

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