Archive
2021
Indonesia and the Papua Issue: Resolution Increasingly Unlikely
By Uday Bakhshi
With a more violent armed separatist organization being active, and Jakarta’s reticence to win hearts and minds, the avenues for reconciliation are decreasing.
Joyful Reunions as Malaysia-Singapore Land Border Reopens
By Syawalludin Zain
The Causeway Bridge between Singapore and Malaysia was one of the world's busiest land borders before the pandemic struck.
Cambodian Prince and Politician Norodom Ranariddh Dies at 77
By Sopheng Cheang
Ranariddh took over leadership of Funcinpec, converted it into a royalist party and won elections in 1993. But he was overthrown in 1996 by Hun Sen.
No Place for Afghan Refugees in Central Asia
By Umida Hashimova
Even financial compensation can’t lure Central Asian countries into accepting Afghan refugees.
A Thorn in Pakistan-Bangladesh Relations
By Asif Muztaba Hassan
Fifty years after the Bangladesh liberation war, Pakistan remains reluctant to apologize for the horrific violence it unleashed on millions of Bangladeshis.
China’s BRI Lending: $385 Billion in ‘Hidden Debts’
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Brad Parks.
Are African Governments Expecting Too Much From FOCAC?
By Lauren Ashmore
The case of Africa’s agricultural exports to China highlights the progress made through FOCAC agreements -- and the road still left to travel.
Low Turnout, Technical Glitches, Mar Kyrgyzstan’s Parliamentary Polls
By Catherine Putz
With final results still pending, one thing is clear: Kyrgyzstanis are tired of elections.
Foreign Intervention Complicates Solomon Islands Unrest
By Cleo Paskal
The problem was sparked by perceived CCP interference. It can’t be solved by Australia taking a similarly heavy hand.
Interfaith Love a Risk Under Modi’s Rule
By Sheikh Saaliq
Hindutva outfits unleash violence on Muslim men who marry Hindu women, alleging that they are feigning love to convert them to Islam.
Time to Revise the Japan Coast Guard Act?
By TSURUTA Jun
Japan must be ready to respond calmly and resolutely to crises in its territorial waters.
Mining Kyrgyzstan: Chinese Companies Encounter Increasing Conflict
By Khiradmand Sheraliev
Increased conflict between Kyrgyz citizens and Chinese mining companies highlights the necessity of more careful cooperation.