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China Sets Record for Activity Near Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands in 2024
By Takahashi Kosuke
The China Coast Guard (CCG) is sending its larger and heavily armed ships near the disputed islands.
Post-Disaster, Chinese Aid Trails Other Donors in Vanuatu
By Emily Walz
China has increased aid as part of its bid to become the foreign partner of choice for Pacific Island countries but is playing only a small part in Vanuatu’s earthquake relief.
Indonesia Scales Back Planned VAT Hike, Will Apply Only to Luxury Goods
By Sebastian Strangio
The last-minute shift by President Prabowo Subianto came in response to strong criticisms from business associations and labor unions.
Malaysian Police Arrest Satirical Artist Over Caricatures of Sabah Governor
By Sebastian Strangio
Fahmi Reza is being investigated under the Sedition Act for making fun of newly appointed state governor Musa Aman.
The Role of Bangladesh’s Military in the July Revolution and Its Historical Legacy
By Shafi Md Mostofa
After a long period of military rule, the military’s overt role in politics has diminished since the 1990s – as evidenced by its restrained role during the revolution of July-August 2024.
The Chechen Connection: Kadyrov Weighs in on Allamjonov Case in Uzbekistan
By Catherine Putz
In trying to dissuade anyone from noting a “Chechen trace” in the events in Uzbekistan, Kadyrov made the connection even more difficult to set aside.
To Strengthen Defense, Taiwan Must Revamp Its Military Procurement
By Ping-yu Lin
Recurring corruption scandals shed light on the lack of accountability in military procurement decisions.
China Is Dominating the Race for Generative AI Patents
By Rahul Pandey
The GenAI revolution is not merely a matter of innovation and economic growth. It’s a battle for geopolitical supremacy – and China is in the lead.
World’s Coldest Capital Endures Electricity Interruptions as Mongolia Tackles Energy Insecurity
By Telmen Altanshagai
Power disruptions in Ulaanbaatar add more urgency to the government’s existing focus on energy reforms.
Arrest Warrant Issued Against South Korean President Yoon
By Mitch Shin
For the first time in South Korea’s history, an arrest warrant requested by the investigation agency against the president has been issued.
Indian Australians, Cricket, and Urban Planning
By Grant Wyeth
What do a Boxing Day cricket test match, Melbourne’s booming western suburbs, and the U.S. HB-1 visa battle have to do with Australia’s relationship with India and Indian migrants?
Can China Ever Weed out Corruption in Its Military?
By Bonnie Girard
Another spate of Chinese military corruption cases serves as a reminder that a decades-long practice and culture of corruption continues to flourish within the PLA.