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Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: February 23, 2020, Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
The UN Secretary General’s Visit to Islamabad Boosts the PTI’s Fortunes
By Hamzah Rifaat Hussain
Antonio Guterres’ visit to Pakistan upped the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf’s domestic credentials.
Iranians Vote in Parliamentary Elections That Favor Conservatives
By Associated Press
Initial results will be reported on Saturday.
Duterte’s Gamble on the US-Philippines Alliance
By Ankit Panda
A reset for the U.S.-Philippines alliance?
Trump’s India Visit Highlights a Stalled Relationship
By Anubhav Gupta
The visit signals the importance of the bilateral relationship, but it also highlights the lack of progress in many critical areas.
Rape, Caste, Double Standards, and India’s Middle Class
By StoriesAsia
Does India's middle class only empathize with victims who are ‘like’ them?
Between Effectiveness and Control: Civil-Military Relations in India
By Ankit Panda
Has civilian control of the military in India hampered military effectiveness?
A Free and Open Indo-Pacific Needs a Free and Open India
By Aman Thakker
India's ability to contribute to a "free and open" Indo-Pacific will require a course correction at home first.
What Is Japan’s Next Generation Fighter Concept About?
By Robert Farley
More information about Japan’s next generation fighter concept has emerged.
Indian Police Open Case Against Kashmir Social Media Users
By Associated Press
Indian authorities are cracking down on the use of virtual private networks.
India’s Grand Road to Nothingness in Kashmir
By Mohamed Zeeshan
The Modi government needs to find a way to reengage with Kashmiri civil society—before it’s too late.
The US Is Losing the 5G Fight, But Hampering China Is Not the Solution
By Enea Gjoza
If the United States wants to compete, it should focus on domestic revitalization.