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What Will Donald Trump’s Asia Policy Look Like?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what America’s incoming president might do.
Asia's Mentally Ill on Death Row
By Maria Kari
Pakistan rules schizophrenia does not preclude the death penalty. It is far from alone in executing mentally ill prisoners.
Donald Trump Won. Prepare For Uncharted Geopolitical Waters in Asia
By Ankit Panda
The election of Trump may herald the end of the postwar order.
Duterte’s Machiavellian War on Drugs
By Vincent Dublado
The Philippines' president has little regard for human rights as he cracks down on drugs.
Can China's Ambitious OBOR Mesh With Russian Plans in Eurasia?
By Cholpon Orozobekova
Russia realizes the importance of partnership with China, but remains suspicious and cautious.
US Asia Policy After Obama: Opportunities and Challenges
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A deeper look at what lies ahead for the next administration.
Reviving the India-Indonesia Relationship
By Chietigj Bajpaee
Ties with Indonesia are an under-appreciated part of India's "Act East" policy.
South Korea's Most Bizarre Corruption Scandal Yet
By Robert E. Kelly
The South Korean presidential scandal is unique for its sheer weirdness.
A Pyrrhic Victory in Antarctica?
By Anne-Marie Brady
The new Antarctic marine protected area sets an unfortunate precedent.
The Schools of the Taliban
By Maija Liuhto
In areas under Taliban control, schools are being reshaped to fit the Taliban agenda.
Here Come the Taliban Drones
By Austin Bodetti
For the first time ever, the Taliban used an off-the-shelf drone to record a suicide attack.
An LGBTI Oasis? Discrimination in Thailand
By Ana Salvá
Thailand passed its first equality law in 2015, but still has a long way to go to protect the rights of the community.