Archive
September 2022
Can the West Shake Its Dependence on China’s Rare Earths?
By Barbara Kelemen and Alexander Stonor
Reliance on China’s rare earth elements sector limits the ability of the United States to punish Beijing economically should it pursue a military action against Taiwan.
Japan, US Discuss Longer Range Missiles to Counter China
By Thisanka Siripala
At a defense ministers’ meeting, Japan gets U.S. support to bolster its defenses with “counter strike capabilities.”
China’s Top Legislator to Meet South Korea Leaders for Talks
By Hyung-jin Kim
Li, chairman of the standing committee of China's National People's Congress, heads a 66-member Chinese delegation to South Korea that includes three Cabinet-level officials.
Xi, Putin and the Shared China-Russia Worldview
By Catherine Putz
No matter the areas of friction or tactical disagreement, China and Russia share a core worldview that binds them together.
Myanmar Junta Sentences Journalist to 3 Years Prison
By Sebastian Strangio
Htet Htet Khine presented a popular Burmese-language television program produced by BBC Media Action.
Will Cambodia’s PM Hun Sen Resign Next Year?
By David Hutt
There are numerous signs that the long-planned transition of power from the prime minister to his son may happen sooner rather than later.
Cambodia Opens Third Mass Trial of Opposition Activists
By Sebastian Strangio
The 37 defendants are accused of "incitement to treason" over an opposition politician's failed attempt to return to Cambodia from exile in early 2021.
How ASEAN Can Still Help On Myanmar
By Scot Marciel
The Southeast Asian bloc must make it clear that it will not accept the military junta's sham election.
How China Set Its Response to COVID-19 From Crisis to Opportunity
By Flavia Lucenti
The response to COVID-19 contrasts with the CCP’s reaction to previous health crises, when the approach was to downplay the extent of the virus.
After Queen’s Passing, Australia Debates How to Move on From Colonial Wrongs
By Dechlan Brennan
In addition to the perennial debate over becoming a republic, Australia is also considering adding an Indigenous voice to Parliament.
Securing Afghanistan Remains SCO’s Neglected Mission Possible
By M. Ashraf Haidari
Crises in Afghanistan directly threaten the entire SCO region, yet the organization has done little to address the problem.
The End of the Road for Apple Daily Taiwan
By Brian Hioe
The influential outlet has been shuttered and rebranded by a new owner, adding to concerns about foreign influence in Taiwan’s media sphere.