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Gotabaya Rajapaksa, a former defense secretary in his brother Mahinda's government, promises a strong hand as he takes over the presidency.

The results are still being debated and turnout was low. But Afghanistan’s democracy remains the lone source of hope for the country.

Jawaharlal Nehru, born 130 years ago, continues to leave his mark on India's politics and society.

Mongolia’s rangers work hard, in sometimes difficult conditions, to protect the country’s natural landscapes and wildlife.

Western analysts might be fundamentally misreading North Korea’s strategic thought, with huge implications for any future conflict.

Yet another round in India v. Pakistan

The present situation in Kashmir cannot continue. It’s time for daring steps to forge lasting peace.

In allowing Huawei to bid for Germany’s 5G development, Merkel has departed from broader European strategy.

The tragic deaths of 39 Vietnamese in the U.K. shine a harsh light on Vietnam’s longstanding problem of human trafficking.

Nearly a decade after the civil war ended, war-affected provinces still lag behind the rest of the country economically.

Social media is starting to convey some signs of life from Xinjiang’s disappeared.