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China’s J-20 Gets Another Upgrade
By Rick Joe
Updates on the 5th-gen fighter’s WS-15 engine, new variants, and fleet size, and what it all means for the future of China’s fighter fleet.
China’s Oil Gambit in Africa’s Conflict Zones
By Robert Bociaga
Across the continent, China is doubling down on energy investments even in the face of local opposition and violent conflict.
Pakistan’s Economic Blindspot
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
No number of IMF packages or foreign bailouts will suffice in keeping the Pakistani economy afloat without the country undergoing a multifaceted structural revamp.
In Nepal, the LGBTQ Community’s Fight for Marriage Equality is Far From Over
By Jefferson He
Despite a groundbreaking ruling from the Supreme Court, there is a long way to go before LGBTQ couples in this landlocked South Asian country are genuinely equal.
Missing in Action? Australia’s Muted Response to Cambodia’s Autocratic Turn
By Anna Verney
Australian officials played an important role in creating the country’s democratic system, but have been puzzlingly silent as Prime Minister Hun Sen has leveled it to its foundations.
The Zojila Tunnel: A Strategic Lifeline to Ladakh
By Numan Bhat and Mehroob Mushtaq
As tensions continue to simmer along the India-China border, the project will not only bolster India's security but also serve as a symbol of its presence in the challenging terrain of the Himalayas.
Are Foreign Musicians Banned From Performing in China?
By Larry Mullin
Not so fast, say those on the ground.
When the Myanmar Junta Burns Villages
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Homes once inhabited by resistance fighters are specifically targeted to send a message to residents of what lies in store if they engage in anti-junta activities.
Japan’s Growing Drone Budget
By Dan Gettinger
Tokyo’s spending on uncrewed systems and capabilities appears to have risen considerably.
China Studies Nuclear Risk in the Context of the Ukraine War
By Lyle Goldstein and Nathan Waechter
What lessons does Russia’s nuclear signaling hold for a prospective Chinese war to force unification with Taiwan?
China’s Diplomatic Coup in the Middle East: The Facts Behind the Hype
By François Godement
China’s diplomatic push into the region is less than meets the eye – but it should not be ignored, either.
Taiwan’s Belated #MeToo Movement
By Chao-ju Chen and Chang-ling Huang
An explosion of sexual harassment and assault allegations has broken through Taiwan’s general complacency on the question of gender equality.