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Pakistan’s Military Vows Accountability in Its Ranks Amid Trial of Former Spy Chief
By Umair Jamal
The Corps Commanders' Conference sent out a strong message that any attempt to undermine the military institution would face severe consequences.
How Is Bangladesh Doing 1 Month After Sheikh Hasina’s Exit?
By Julhas Alam
Normalcy is slowly returning. The big question is when will elections happen?
The US Presidential Election and the Future of China-US Relations
By Hao Nan
Looking at key advisers to Harris and Trump may help reveal differences in their approaches to China.
Resurrecting the USSR via Telegram? Uzbek Man Sentenced for Engagement With Soviet Revanchists
By Catherine Putz
Based on reports of the case, it seems to be an all-too-familiar pattern of online indoctrination and radicalization.
Relocating Indonesia’s Import Gates: A Shortcut to Help Local Industries Compete
By Fajar Hidayat
Indonesia is considering forcing imports of certain goods to transit through ports in its east – necessitating a lengthy and expensive trip to consumer hubs.
Nepal’s Blockade-era Foreign Minister Details Closed-door Diplomacy With India
By Birat Anupam
Kamal Thapa’s new book contains fascinating insights into a difficult period in India-Nepal relations.
INS Arighaat and India’s Quest for Strategic Deterrence
By Mrityunjay Goswami
With the commissioning of India’s second nuclear submarine, India is trying to bridge the gap with China and build up its strategic deterrence capabilities.
Mongolia Ignores International Warrant for Putin’s Arrest, Giving Him a Red-carpet Welcome
By Associated Press
The ICC has accused Putin of being responsible for the abductions of children from Ukraine. Member countries are required to detain suspects but there’s no real enforcement mechanism.
Indonesia Arrests Fugitive Philippine Mayor Wanted Over Scam Operations
By Jim Gomez and Edna Tarigan
Alice Guo is the subject of a Senate investigation into her links to illegal gaming operations, human trafficking, and money laundering.
Indonesians Rejoice as Pope Francis Visits
By Aisyah Llewellyn
The Indonesian public have been taken with the pontiff since his arrival in the country, the first visit to Indonesia by a Pope in 35 years.
Pope Francis Must Talk About Sexual Abuse Allegations in Timor-Leste
By David Hutt
The deeply Catholic country is struggling to come to terms with historic cases of child rape by Catholic clergy.
Thai PM Confirms ‘Digital Wallet’ Will Go Ahead, Flags Cash Payments
By Sebastian Strangio
The Pheu Thai Party's controversial 450 billion baht stimulus program has been criticized as wasteful and fiscally irresponsible.