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Papua New Guinea Stands up to China – For Now
By Bonnie Girard
Reports of China “bullying” APEC's poorest member marred the latest annual summit in PNG.
Fall From Grace: Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn Faces Financial Misconduct Charges in Japan
By Thisanka Siripala
The CEO superstar responsible for turning Nissan’s fortunes around was arrested for under-reporting income.
Twitter, Indian Liberalism, and the Truth About Caste
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Twitter's CEO inadvertently kicked off a major controversy in India.
Mattis: US-South Korea 2019 Foal Eagle Exercise to Be 'Reorganized'
By Ankit Panda
The alliance will announce a decision by December 1.
China-Philippines Relations: Can the 'Rainbow' Last?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi's visit was a feel-good exercise, spotlighting cooperation on the Belt and Road and even the South China Sea.
Why Is the Philippines the Home for Chinese Offshore Gambling?
By Alvin Camba
The Philippines' unique economic structure explains why nearly all Chinese FDI is being funneled into one sector: gambling.
Who’s Driving the Wedge Into US-South Korea Relations?
By Benjamin A. Engel
Don't blame Pyongyang: the United States and South Korea are weakening their alliance on their own.
Why These Rohingya Women Refuse to Return to Myanmar
By Khalunisa
“We will never go to the concentration camps they are building for us. Would you?”
Local Governance in Afghanistan: The Unwalked Path
By Javeed Ahwar
Statebuilding in Afghanistan has always been about building a strong center. It has failed.
ASEAN Summits Another Lost Opportunity for Progress on the South China Sea
By Mark J. Valencia
If anything, the U.S.-China rivalry on open display has made the situation even more complex.
China Must Join the War on Illegal Fishing
By Sally Yozell
Beijing’s no-show at the recent Our Ocean Conference was a missed opportunity for it to be part of the solution.
Trump Points the Finger at Pakistan Again. What Does It Mean for Afghanistan?
By Umair Jamal
What Trump’s latest tirade against Pakistan means for Washington’s plans in Afghanistan.