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Tajik Asylum Seekers Struggle for a Sense of Security
By Yan Matusevich
In Poland, asylum seekers from Tajikistan wrestle with insecurity and uncertainty.
The Natural Resource Oligarchy Funding Indonesia’s Election
By Ian Morse
Indonesia’s natural resource industry funds both campaigns – which may be why it remains free from debate.
The Indian Diaspora’s Influence on the General Election
By Priyanka Mogul
British-Indians have been struck with election fever – but what impact does it have on the polls?
How the US Can Win Its Trade War With China
By Arjun Kapur
History provides the blueprint for a winning deal.
Afghanistan’s Most Vulnerable Women
By Ritu Mahendru
In the hidden world of Kuchi nomads, women are denied education, raped, and exchanged for water.
Why China’s Economic Reforms Often Backslide
By Zhizhen Lu and Meiying Xu
China’s “seesaw economy” is the result of an unempowered market that plays second fiddle to political objectives.
Is There Room for Transgender Rights in the ‘New Malaysia’?
By Ana Salvá
Activists believe that the situation for trans people has not changed at all, or has arguably gotten even worse.
Anatomy of a Taiwan Invasion: The Air Domain
By Rick Joe
How would the PLA use its air power in a Taiwan invasion in a late 2019 time frame?
China May Deploy New Maritime Surveillance Platforms in South China Sea
By Steven Stashwick
Networked platforms could aid Chinese enforcement against regional fishermen.
Brunei: Huawei’s Foothold in Southeast Asia
By Austin Bodetti
Huawei’s already substantial presence in the sultanate is likely to extend to building Brunei’s 5G network.
Defending Myanmar's Remaining Environmental Treasures
By Scott Ezell
Unique programs led by indigenous peoples are protecting wildlife biodiversity in Karen state.
Why These Farmers Will Boycott India's General Elections
By Vishal Arora and Avinash Giri
With no road, no electricity, and often no water, these villagers are sitting out the election in protest.