Archive
2022

Fighting in Maungdaw: A Strategic Turning Point in Western Myanmar?
By Kyaw Hsan Hlaing
The return of conflict in northern Rakhine State has brought the Arakan Army's goal of autonomy one step closer to fulfillment.

The US Fills ASEAN Ambassadorial Posting After 5-Year Vacancy
By Sebastian Strangio
The post has been filled by Yohannes Abraham, a former member of President Joe Biden's National Security Council.

Japan to Abandon Controversial Training Program for Myanmar Cadets
By Sebastian Strangio
A Defense Ministry spokesperson said that the decision was a response to the military junta's shocking execution of four political prisoners in July.

Justice at Last for Cambodia’s Killing Fields?
By Alex Hinton
After $350 million, long delays, and just three convictions, many people have asked whether the tribunal was worth the expense and effort.

Building Taiwan’s Own Area Denial Capabilities
By Pei-Shiue Hsieh
Taiwan can use long-range anti-ship missiles to create its own A2/AD strategy.

Mongolia, Australia Celebrate 50 Years of Diplomatic Relations
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Australia and Mongolia established ties in 1972, but their relationship began to pick up steam much more recently.

China Quarantine Bus Crash Prompts Outcry Over ‘Zero COVID’
By Huizhong Wu
A bus carrying people to a quarantine center overturned, killing 27. The tragedy sparked a new wave of anger about China’s strict COVID policies.

For Indian Girls, ‘Every Case of Trafficking Is a Failed Revolution’
By Katarzyna Rybarczyk
Every year thousands of women and girls are trafficked through India. The patriarchal culture denying women the right to make decisions regarding their lives is to blame.

What Does Iran’s Membership in the SCO Mean for the Region?
By Aamna Khan
Iran is the newest member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

Inflation Reduction Act Roils South Korea-US Relations
By Troy Stangarone
The EV provisions of the IRA are seen by South Korea as both a violation of trade rules and contrary to the deepening economic partnership between the two countries.

Cash-Strapped Pakistan Struggles to Keep China Happy
By Umair Jamal
It has promised to pay $200 million to four Chinese power producers but that is just a fraction of the money owed to China.

Religious Freedom in Uzbekistan: Still Space for Reform
By Catherine Putz
Despite some promising progress, USCIRF Chair Nury Turkel says Uzbekistan continues to severely restrict religious freedoms.