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What’s Behind the ‘Credible Threat’ of Planned Attacks in a Sri Lankan Tourist Hotspot?
By Uditha Devapriya, Omar Rajarathnam, and Mandana Ismail
The confusion surrounding the Arugam Bay incident underscores the complexities of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry and the geopolitics that have engulfed the island in recent years.
Mongolia Pitches Plan to Build New Capital From Scratch
By Michael Kohn
Mongolian leaders say they want to build a new city close to the ancient ruins of Kharkhorum and make it their new seat of government.
The Repression of Muslim Identity and the Rise of Conservative Islam in Bangladesh
By Shafi Md Mostofa
The imposition of secularism by the ruling elites catalyzed a conservative backlash that has continued to shape the religious and political landscape of the country since independence.
Is Uzbekistan’s EAEU Membership Dead in the Water?
By Joe Luc Barnes
Despite Moscow’s diplomatic overtures, Uzbekistan announced on October 17 that it will not be pursuing full membership in the Eurasian Economic Union.
Asia’s Security Order According to India
By Jagannath Panda and Richard Ghiasy
New Delhi’s vision for a multilateral, multipolar Asia aims at ensuring it can both balance China’s growing dominance in the region and restore its historic status in Asia.
Rohingya Community Is Divided Over Arakan Army’s Plan for ‘Inclusive Administration’
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Rohingya interviewees in Rakhine State can be broadly categorized into three groups – those who welcome the AA's policies, those who feel compelled to do so, and those who could be hostile.
Harris vs. Trump: If Asia Could Vote in the US Election
By The Diplomat
For 13 Asia-Pacific countries, we ask: Would the government prefer Kamala Harris or Donald Trump as the next U.S. president?
South Korean Women Have Another Digital Sex Crime to Worry About: Deepfake Porn
By Jiwon Kim
Weak protections in cases of sexual violence, whether physical or digital, and deeply entrenched misogyny in society create a toxic environment for Korean women.
Bangladesh’s Student Politics: Storied History, Brutal Violence
By Saqlain Rizve
Is banning student politics the only solution to stop the bloodshed between rival groups and the exploitation of students caught in the middle?
Contemplating Naval Combat in the Western Pacific 80 Years After the Largest Sea Battle in History
By Lyle Goldstein
The Battle of Leyte Gulf holds important lessons for a hypothetical China-U.S. naval clash – and Chinese strategists know it.
What Does the Chinese Public Think of the China-India Border Patrol Deal?
By Hemant Adlakha
The first public reactions to the border agreement reflect a deep suspicion of New Delhi’s “cheap tricks” and fear that Beijing is being naive.
Portugal’s Immigration Overhaul Hits South Asian Workers Hard
By Nicholas Muller
The possibility of a life-changing "raspberry passport" through agricultural work is fading for many South Asian workers, forcing already vulnerable people into even more precarious and often exploitative situations.