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The Baloch Liberation Army’s New US Terrorist Designation: Why Now?
By Umair Jamal
Why has the U.S. Department of State declared the Baloch Liberation Army a terrorist group?
The Mekong in US Asia Strategy: Opportunities and Challenges
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The subregion is arguably where freedom and openness are under the greatest challenge.
Afghanistan’s Bloody Peace Process
By Ezzatullah Mehrdad
Even as officials continue to talk peace, violence has surged in Afghanistan.
Can Mongolia Shape the Modern World Once Again?
By Roncevert Ganan Almond
With the U.S. as its partner, Mongolia could make a significant contribution to the region.
Why Are Migrant Workers Joining the Hong Kong Protests?
By Michael Beltran
Many of Hong Kong's migrant workers have expressed solidarity with the protests. Why?
Was Cambodia Ever Really a Democracy?
By Andrew Nachemson
The coup of July 1997 cemented Hun Sen’s grip over the country, and it’s never wavered since.
Chinese Private Security Moves Into Central Asia
By Yau Tsz Yan
With vast investments at stake, Chinese private security firms are expanding operations in Kyrgyzstan and beyond.
India’s Response to China’s Cyber Attacks
By Elizabeth Radziszewski, Brendan Hanson, and Salman Khalid
Among enduring rivals, sometimes less of a response is more – but only in the short term.
China's New Data Protection Scheme
By Qiheng Chen
China has released a draft regulation fleshing out its cybersecurity law.
Japanese Tech Export Controls on South Korea?
By Robert Farley
Japan seems to be taking a cue from the Trump administration.
A New Day for Solomon Islands' Women?
By Joshua Mcdonald
The Solomon Islands now has 2 women MPs – its most ever. It's both progress and a sign of how far is left to go.
China’s Front Door to America’s Backyard
By Don Giolzetti
China's rising influence in Panama is a case study of its ambitions in Latin America.