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Sports, culture and the arts are a passion for billions in the Asia-Pacific, and offer unique insights into what makes countries here tick. From the latest cricket match to prize-winning novels and the latest art exhibitions, The Diplomat's bloggers cover it all, giving you a fresh perspective on the region.
Asia and the World Baseball Classic
By Robert Farley
WBC increases the popularity of baseball in Asia and helps ensure a base of fans and players for the future.
Asia’s Olympic Moment Has Its Roots in Cold War Politics
By Stefan Huebner
From China to Iran, Cold War politics shaped the participation of Asian countries in the Olympic Games.
India and Pakistan's Cricket Diplomacy
By Martand Jha
Cricket matches are used as ice breakers and political signalling in the complex India-Pakistan relationship.
Buyer Beware: US Market for Ancient Asian Art Still the Wild, Wild East
By Tess Davis
Cultural treasures stolen from conflict zones continue to pop up for sale in the United States and elsewhere.
China’s ‘Great Wall’: Conquering the World With Cinema
By Antonina Luszczykiewicz and Krzysztof Iwanek
Despite being deeply rooted in Chinese culture, the film engages the Western viewer with a clear message.
Cleaning up Bangladesh’s Slums
By Mamunur Rashid
Behind a community-led initiative for waste management.
Malaysia's Path Toward Sustainable Palm Oil
By Isa Soares
Groups in Malaysia are helping educate farmers on sustainable practices for producing the lucrative palm oil.
Report: China and India Have World's Deadliest Air Pollution
By K.S. Venkatachalam
The Health Effects Institute finds India and China to be the deadliest air polluting countries of the world.
Badiucao: Challenging China With Political Cartoons
By Tyler Roney
How one artist pushes back.
Hong Kong's Wave of Student Suicides
By Cal Wong
Despite rising numbers of suicides, Hong Kong official insist the education system is not to blame.
Whither China’s National Football Team?
By Tyler Roney
Can throwing resources at China’s football infrastructure translate to success on the international stage?
England's Private Schools Take Asia by Storm
By Tim Emmett
International expansion of private schools provides new opportunities for students and investors alike.