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Former Maldives President Arrested
President Mohamed Nasheed arrest is the latest blow to this country’s fragile democracy.
India's Aircraft Carrier Challenge
It’s hard for outsiders to take the measure of a navy in peacetime. News of India’s Russian built carrier does shed some light.
"A Special Weekend for Japanese Sports Fans"
Japanese sports fans witnessed a truly rare double triumph on home soil.
Thinking About the Unthinkable: War in the Senkakus
Japan is at a disadvantage in the Senkakus despite the Self-Defense Forces’ superior quality.
India Pushes Forward on Economic Reforms
More relaxed rules on foreign investment in pensions and insurance provoke a predictable backlash.
Linsanity: Houston Style
Can Jeremy Lin fulfill expectations in a new city? As a new NBA season approaches, answers appear forthcoming.
Sex and Politics
A casual remark by a government minister ignites a row over sexism.
Taking a Page From Sci-Fi
What can science fiction tells us about present day military tactics and strategy? For one: an over reliance on technology can be fatal.
Policing the High Seas
The Coast Guard agencies of 17 Asian nations meet in India.
Race to the Finish: Thailand’s Formula 1 Bid
The Thai government hopes to host a Grand Prix – despite Bangkok’s notorious traffic problems.
History Not Worth Emulating
“Americans and their leaders made the conscious political choice not to field a great navy—and paid a heavy price for that decision.”
Mamata and Congress at Each Other’s Throats
A thorn in the government’s side, the chief minister of W. Bengal is courting the Congress party’s regional allies.