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The Philippines’ Coming ‘Duterte Referendum’

The Philippines’ Coming ‘Duterte Referendum’

By Joshua Jervis
The May elections will serve as a litmus test for the Duterte administration’s popularity.
US-Vietnam Relations: Confronting the War Legacy Challenge   

US-Vietnam Relations: Confronting the War Legacy Challenge   

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Efforts at Agent Orange decontamination reinforce the work that continues to go into addressing old challenges even as both countries seek to maximize new opportunities.

China’s Ivory Ban: A Work in Progress

China’s Ivory Ban: A Work in Progress

By Kevin T. Bielicki
China’s ban will not be enough to save the world's elephants if it does not address its booming illegal ivory trade.

Forget Cricket Diplomacy. The Game Is a Casualty of India-Pakistan Tensions

Forget Cricket Diplomacy. The Game Is a Casualty of India-Pakistan Tensions

By Udayan Das
As tensions between India and Pakistan escalate, cricket has become an instrument of state policy.

How Media Discourages Japanese Youth From Travel Abroad

How Media Discourages Japanese Youth From Travel Abroad

By Xiaochen Su
Japan’s best-selling travel guide has a tendency to heavily stress crime and danger in other countries.
Testing Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s ‘Independent’ Mind

Testing Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s ‘Independent’ Mind

By Daud Khattak
Khan rode a reputation for independence into office, but can he break from the constraints that hamstrung his predecessors?

Jade and Gem Smuggling Costs Myanmar Billions

Jade and Gem Smuggling Costs Myanmar Billions

By Aubrey Menarndt
Myanmar is losing billions in tax revenue from jade and gemstones.
Can Malaysia’s New Government Deliver on Reform?

Can Malaysia’s New Government Deliver on Reform?

By Erin Cook
Less than a year since it took power, the Pakatan Harapan government is confronting questions about the pace of promised reforms.

Taiwan Is Swept by the ‘Han Wave’

Taiwan Is Swept by the ‘Han Wave’

By Nick Aspinwall
The populist mayor of Kaohsiung is a cultural phenomenon who looks set to make his presence known in Taiwan’s presidential race.

China’s Double Standard on Terrorism

China’s Double Standard on Terrorism

By Bonnie Girard
While Beijing clamps down on Muslims in its own territory, it provides cover for Pakistan’s support of extremist groups.

Mass Shootings at New Zealand Mosques Kill 49; 1 Man Charged

Mass Shootings at New Zealand Mosques Kill 49; 1 Man Charged

By Nick Perry and Mark Baker
“It is clear that this can now only be described as a terrorist attack,” New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said.
Indonesia’s Indo-Pacific Approach: Between Promises and Perils

Indonesia’s Indo-Pacific Approach: Between Promises and Perils

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A high-level dialogue next week will once again spotlight the opportunities and challenges inherent in Jakarta’s regional vision.

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