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North Korea Announces Ruling Party Plenary Meeting for Late December 2019
By Ankit Panda
The plenary meeting may coincide with a major policy decision by Kim Jong Un on diplomacy with the United States.
Report: Indian Navy Ejected Chinese Research Ship From Indian Exclusive Economic Zone
By Ankit Panda
The Chinese research vessel was conducting activities near India‘s sensitive Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Kazakhstan: Reaching Out to Central Asian Neighbors
By Annette Bohr
Despite its regional outreach, Kazakhstan's diplomatic priority will remain Russia, China, and Europe.
Kim Jong Un‘s End-of-2019 Deadline Approaches: What Lies on the Other Side?
By Ankit Panda
The failure of U.S. engagement with North Korea in 2019 may manifest in a new crisis in 2020.
Measles Outbreak Brings Samoan Government to Standstill
By Joshua Mcdonald
Samoa shuts down its government amid a deadly measles outbreak and an anti-vaccine campaign.
Imagery Suggests China Deployed Surveillance Aerostat to Mischief Reef in South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The deployment would mark a first in the South China Sea.
North Korean Official: Up to United States What ‘Christmas Gift’ It Receives
By Ankit Panda
The warning may foreshadow further missile testing or another demonstration before the end of the year.
4 Lessons for India From China’s October 2019 Military Parade
By Suyash Desai
China’s October 1, 2019, demonstration of military might bears lessons for New Delhi.
Sri Lanka’s New Government Seems Serious About Revisiting the Hambantota Deal With China
By Ankit Panda
The infamous 99-year-lease on the port to a Chinese state firm may see an update if the new government in Colombo has its way.
Unveiling Girls’ Madrasahs in Kyrgyzstan
By Aichurek Kurmanbekova
Without state-recognized diplomas, Kyrgyzstan’s religious students -- especially girls -- are at risk of falling behind.
2 Books Showcase How to Write on India (Or Any Other Country)
By Krzysztof Iwanek
It is easy to turn the subjects of stories into objects. These two books on India are excellent examples on how to avoid this.
Central Asian Presidents’ Second Consultative Meeting Zooms in on Water, Trade, and Regional Cooperation
By Umida Hashimova
The second consultative meeting of Central Asian leaders sidesteps regional issues, but annual meetings are assured to continue.