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China-EU Summit Reveals a Fundamental Disconnect

China-EU Summit Reveals a Fundamental Disconnect

By Shannon Tiezzi
The EU sees a relationship in dire need of an overhaul. China thinks everything is just fine.

Karakalpak Activist Deprived of Kazakh Citizenship

Karakalpak Activist Deprived of Kazakh Citizenship

By Catherine Putz
Uzbek authorities have told Kazakh authorities that Urazbayev never officially renounced his Uzbek citizenship and therefore Kazakh authorities have revoked his Kazakh citizenship. 
China Threatens US Interests in Micronesia, Former President Warns

China Threatens US Interests in Micronesia, Former President Warns

By Camilla Pohle
If Compact funding remains stuck in limbo, the Freely Associated States will be increasingly vulnerable to China’s influence, David Panuelo warned.

A Tale of 2 Uzbek Bloggers: Arifhojaev Freed, Khaidarov Jailed

A Tale of 2 Uzbek Bloggers: Arifhojaev Freed, Khaidarov Jailed

By Catherine Putz
Uzbek bloggers Fazilhoja Arifhojaev and Olimjon Khaidarov occupy vastly different ends of the blogger spectrum, but they illustrate the limits of free speech in Uzbekistan. 

The Rise of Mongolia: Minerals, Trade and ‘the Third Way’ 

The Rise of Mongolia: Minerals, Trade and ‘the Third Way’ 

By Nathaniel Schochet and Earl Carr
Mongolia is intent on making sure it has diplomatic and economic options beyond its two neighbors.

State Election Victories Give Modi a Head Start for 2024

State Election Victories Give Modi a Head Start for 2024

By Bharat Bhushan
The ruling BJP's success in three of five state elections has put Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in prime position for national elections in 2024.

What’s Next for the South Korea-UK Relationship?

What’s Next for the South Korea-UK Relationship?

By Francis Shin
The Downing Street Accord could be the start of an enduring security relationship that would benefit Europe and the Indo-Pacific.
Is China Open for Business Again?

Is China Open for Business Again?

By Lea Thome
China’s signals that its economy is open for business and tourism are increasingly urgent, but will they be effective?

John McBeth, Asia’s Longest Serving Foreign Correspondent, Dies at 79

John McBeth, Asia’s Longest Serving Foreign Correspondent, Dies at 79

By Luke Hunt
McBeth was a standard bearer for big stories, honest and fair reportage.

Indonesians and Malaysians Keep Gaza in Their Prayers 

Indonesians and Malaysians Keep Gaza in Their Prayers 

By Sribala Subramanian
For Southeast Asia's Muslims, support for Palestine is rooted in national identity.

Thailand on Track to Meet Tourism Target for 2023, Government Says

Thailand on Track to Meet Tourism Target for 2023, Government Says

By Sebastian Strangio
The Tourism Authority of Thailand expects up to 28 million people to have visited the country by the end of this year.
How Will Indonesia Handle the Growing Number of Refugee Arrivals?

How Will Indonesia Handle the Growing Number of Refugee Arrivals?

By Sebastian Strangio
Jakarta is now pondering more permanent solutions to the increasing number of Rohingya refugees arriving in Aceh.

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