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Ex-Defense Minister Ishiba Shigeru Will Be Japan’s Next Prime Minister
By Mari Yamaguchi and Foster Klug
In his fifth attempt, Ishiba was chosen to lead Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party.
Tempering Expectations of an India-China ‘Reset’
By Rushali Saha
Despite pressure from industry groups to explore openings for trade and investment with China, the Indian security establishment is unlikely to alter the status quo soon.
Getting to Know Prabowo
By James Van Zorge
Indonesia's incoming president, who will take office on October 20, remains poorly understood in the West.
Singapore Navy Commissions First Two Invincible-Class Submarines
By Sebastian Strangio
The German-built boats are the first that have been custom-built for the congested tropical waters surrounding the city-state.
Laos and Cambodia Don’t Include Scam Industries in Their GDP Data. Should They?
By David Hutt
As strange as it sounds, it is not unusual for nations to include criminal activities in their official economic reports.
Myanmar Military Calls on Opponents to Enter Political Dialogue
By Sebastian Strangio
Few groups are likely to heed the SAC's call for them to “communicate with us to solve political problems politically.”
Can India Create Its Own ‘Singapore’?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Is creating a "Singapore" what India should aim for? Or is a bustling but well-maintained city that contributes to the economy and culture across many sectors the way forward?
In Historic First, Japan Sends Naval Ship Through the Taiwan Strait
By Takahashi Kosuke
With the unprecedented move this time, Japan now joined the other Western countries engaging in freedom-of-navigation exercises in the Taiwan Strait.
The Taliban’s Make-or-Break Push for Agricultural Self-Sufficiency
By Patrick Yeager
Agricultural plans are a critical part of the Taliban’s efforts to win the support of regional powers, diversify revenue streams, expand domestic control, and improve livelihoods across the country.
New Zealand’s Trade Deal With the UAE Could Be the Start of Something Much Bigger
By Geoffrey Miller
The deal will go down as one of Wellington’s fastest trade negotiations ever – and a breakthrough for New Zealand’s relations with the Middle East.
How Can Bangladesh Recover Assets Stolen During Awami League Rule?
By A K M Wahiduzzaman
The interim government should work with other governments to impose targeted sanctions against suspected money launderers and freeze their assets.
Malaysia’s Guantanamo Bay Connection
By Jasminder Singh
It is good that Kuala Lumpur is repatriating two prisoners from the U.S. penal facility, but it could face challenges once they return home.