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India, Japan Boost Defence Ties
With an eye each on China, India and Japan look to bolster defence co-operation.
Tokyo turns to Delhi?
Japan has struck a deal with India that will slash trade tariffs. But the nuclear issue still casts a shadow over ties.
Korean Drama Zeal in Asia
Reasons behind the popularity of South Korean TV dramas in Taiwan, China and Japan are in some ways puzzling.
Machimura’s By-election Win
Odds were in favour of the LDP heavyweight. We shouldn’t read too much into the DPJ’s defeat.
Urban Policing Mess
A traffic accident in Delhi is a reminder about the poor quality of policing in urban India.
Ambani's Antila Antics
Should even the ultra-rich like Mukesh Ambani be spending a billion dollars on a new home?
The Seeds of Hallyu
What is the history behind Korean Wave, the remarkable rise in popularity of South Korean pop culture worldwide?
Japan’s Missed Opportunity?
Tokyo reportedly turns down Beijing’s offer to jointly develop oil and gas deposits off disputed islets.
Not to be Missed, in Bali
When in Bali, there’s one gallery any art enthusiast must visit. And it’s the place to go if you want to know what’s going on in Indonesian art.
India Needs Fresh Thinking at UN
Will India’s new UN Security Council seat mean some fresh thinking on key issues—including Iran?
Riding the Korean Wave
Korean wave, or hallyu, is the specific term for the rising popularity of South Korean culture around the world.
The Best India Can Do?
The media is trying to spin the Commonwealth Games in Delhi as a success. But were they really?