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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?
Will India-Indonesia Ties Take a Leap Forward in 2025?
By Rushali Saha
Indonesian President Prabowo will be the chief guest at India’s Republic Day parade, a sign of the importance New Delhi accords its relations with Jakarta.
Why Economic Nationalism Was the Biggest Story of 2024 in Southeast Asia
By James Guild
The steps taken by the region's governments over the last year should be seen as a response to a wider trend toward protectionism.
Ethnic Rebel Group Announces Seizure of Key Town in Western Myanmar
By Sebastian Strangio
The Arakan Army says that it is ready to engage in "political dialogue" and vowed to safeguard foreign investments in Rakhine State.
No Evidence Thai Banks Facilitated Myanmar Arms Purchases, Government Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The U.N. human rights office claims that the country has become a leading source of banking services to Myanmar’s military junta.
The Evolving Strategic Partnership Between India and Kuwait
By Alvite Ningthoujam
Prime Minister Modi's recent visit was the culmination of long-term trends in India-Kuwait relations, and India-Gulf ties more broadly.
A Ceremonial Start to Construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway
By Catherine Putz
A Chinese statement noted that construction of the Kyrgyz section of the CKU Railway is scheduled to begin in July 2025 and last for six years.
Brazil-China Partnership: Redefining the Belt and Road Initiative in Latin America
By Aparna Divya and Salman Ali
Brazil’s calculated approach to the Belt and Road Initiative reflects the unique nature of Latin American politics.
A Look Back at 2024 in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
How did I do on my outlook for Central Asia 2024?
179 Killed in Airplane Crash, South Korea’s Deadliest
By Mitch Shin
On December 29, a Jeju Air plane skidded off the runway at the Muan International Airport after failing to deploy landing gear. Just 2 survived the fiery crash.
With New Agreements, Australia Confirms Its Pacific Ties
By Grant Wyeth
A treaty, a security agreement, and a new rugby team are significant wins for Australia in its quest to remain the dominant influence in the Pacific region.
Student-Led Party Is Set to Break the Duopoly in Bangladesh
By Mubashar Hasan
The emergence of a third force in Bangladesh politics has disrupted the two-party system and could invigorate participatory democracy.