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November 2022

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Indonesian Quake Kills at Least 162 and Injures Hundreds

Indonesian Quake Kills at Least 162 and Injures Hundreds

By Firman Taufiq and Edna Tarigan
A magnitude 5.6 quake shook Cianjur in West Java province in the late afternoon.
What Explains Growing European Engagement in Central Asia?

What Explains Growing European Engagement in Central Asia?

By Alouddin Komilov
In recent years, the EU has shifted how it views Central Asia. That effort culminated recently with the first EU-Central Asia leaders summit.

China’s Guangzhou Locks Down Millions in ‘Zero-COVID’ Fight

China’s Guangzhou Locks Down Millions in ‘Zero-COVID’ Fight

By Huizhong Wu
Recent outbreaks are testing China’s attempt to bring a more targeted approach to its zero-COVID policies.

Japan’s Historic Yen Depreciation

Japan’s Historic Yen Depreciation

By Daisuke Akimoto
Japan is concerned about the weak yen, but its policy options for responding are limited as a global recession looms.

A New Belt and Road Initiative Toolkit

A New Belt and Road Initiative Toolkit

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Jacinta Chen.
Xi Jinping Leads China’s Wolf Warrior Pack

Xi Jinping Leads China’s Wolf Warrior Pack

By Ben Lowsen
Xi’s veiled threat to Canada’s prime minister reveals a leader dangerously out of touch.

Kim Jong Un Guides Hwasong-17 ICBM Test

Kim Jong Un Guides Hwasong-17 ICBM Test

By Mitch Shin
A day after North Korea launched its Hwasong-17 ICBM, its state media KCNA released more details on the missile test.
Tokayev Secures Presidency in Old Kazakhstan-Style Early Election

Tokayev Secures Presidency in Old Kazakhstan-Style Early Election

By Catherine Putz
In “New Kazakhstan,” an typical old Kazakhstan-style election grants Tokayev power through 2029.

An Australia-Vietnam Partnership Could Erode China’s Monopoly on Rare Earths

An Australia-Vietnam Partnership Could Erode China’s Monopoly on Rare Earths

By Nicholas Basan
Australian money and technical know-how could unlock Vietnam's potential as a major producer of the critical minerals.

US Vice President Arrives in Philippines to Affirm Security Ties

US Vice President Arrives in Philippines to Affirm Security Ties

By Sebastian Strangio
Kamala Harris is the highest-ranking Biden administration official to visit the country, marking a revival of ties after the tensions of the Duterte years.

China’s Blocking Spree in the 1267 Sanctions Committee

China’s Blocking Spree in the 1267 Sanctions Committee

By Sudha Ramachandran
Beijing blocked five India-U.S. proposals to get Pakistan-based individuals sanctioned as terrorists over a span of four months.
Takeaways From China’s Zhuhai Air Show 2022

Takeaways From China’s Zhuhai Air Show 2022

By Zachary Williams
Real gains were shown in China’s missile, radar, unmanned systems, and fighter technology.

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