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May 2022

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Bulldozers Emerge as an Important Weapon in BJP’s Anti-Muslim Arsenal

Bulldozers Emerge as an Important Weapon in BJP’s Anti-Muslim Arsenal

By Kavita Chowdhury
The demolition of properties owned by Muslims was electorally rewarded in Uttar Pradesh. The tactic is being adopted in other parts of India now too.
In Northern Nepal, New Roadways Threaten an Ancient Culture

In Northern Nepal, New Roadways Threaten an Ancient Culture

By Tulsi Rauniyar
New infrastructure projects have brought economic opportunity and increased access to health care and education. But they have also exacted a cost.

What Labor’s Victory Means for Australia’s Engagement With Southeast Asia

What Labor’s Victory Means for Australia’s Engagement With Southeast Asia

By Sebastian Strangio
The Albanese government is in a good position to craft a more productive, less alienating approach toward a crucial region.

How Philippine Education Contributed to the Return of the Marcoses

How Philippine Education Contributed to the Return of the Marcoses

By Franz Jan Santos
The inclusion of factual errors and blatant misinformation in school textbooks has provided fertile soil for the historical revisionism of the Marcos clan and its allies.

Political Dynasties Dominate Philippines Election — Again

Political Dynasties Dominate Philippines Election — Again

By Mong Palatino
The return to power of the Marcos clan hints at deeper problems with the country's democracy.
The Path to Militancy and Terrorism

The Path to Militancy and Terrorism

By Luke Hunt
A conversation with author Charlotte McDonald-Gibson.

Reformist Independent Scores Decisive Win in Bangkok Governor Election

Reformist Independent Scores Decisive Win in Bangkok Governor Election

By Sebastian Strangio
Chadchart Sittipunt's victory points to the deep reservoir of discontent with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's military-backed coalition government.
Australia Has a New Government. What Should Quad Leaders Expect?

Australia Has a New Government. What Should Quad Leaders Expect?

By Richard Maude
When new Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attends the Quad Summit in Tokyo, he will largely signal continuity on Australian foreign policy.

Looking Back at the 1999 India-Pakistan Lahore Declaration

Looking Back at the 1999 India-Pakistan Lahore Declaration

By Bashir Ali Abbas
The confidence-building and conflict-management MoU continues to be held up as a positive example. Where does it stand today?

Philippines Establishes 3 New Coast Guard Outposts in South China Sea

Philippines Establishes 3 New Coast Guard Outposts in South China Sea

By Associated Press
The new outposts reinforce the presence of Filipino troops in the hotly contested Spratly archipelago.

India’s Hindutva Groups Have the Gyanvapi Mosque in Their Crosshairs

India’s Hindutva Groups Have the Gyanvapi Mosque in Their Crosshairs

By Tarushi Aswani
Hindutva groups are laying claim to a growing number of sites where Muslim monuments and mosques stand, arguing that temples once stood on the same land.
China’s ‘Little Gaokao’: A Choice for the Choiceless

China’s ‘Little Gaokao’: A Choice for the Choiceless

By Yang Yaqi
China’s graduate entrance exam offers hope – and few guarantees. But amid an uncertain future, more and more young Chinese are signing up.

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