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The Debate
The Debate is our home for the best opinions from around Asia. Whether it is negotiating with Iran, responding to North Korean provocations, discussing Japan's looming demographic issues, or considering the new balance of power in the Asia-Pacific, some of the region's leading thinkers offer their take.
January 24, 2020
States and Regions Can Help Build Australia’s Climate Change Resilience
By Tim Ash Vie
State and regional governments are increasingly stepping up their climate commitments where national governments are unable or unwilling to do so.
January 24, 2020
How Taiwan’s History Illuminates the 2020 Election
By Evan Dawley and Wayne Soon
Taiwan's democratic culture -- and ties to Hong Kong -- long predate the 21st century.
January 22, 2020
Peace in Afghanistan Must Not Ignore Afghan Voices
By Zaman Sultani
Peace in Afghanistan must be worthy of its name.
January 21, 2020
The Globalization of China’s Media Controls: Key Trends from 2019
By Sarah Cook
The Chinese Communist Party’s international media influence campaign is expanding rapidly—and so is the world’s response.
January 21, 2020
Life Under Siege in Kashmir
By StoriesAsia
Kashmir remains an open air prison, leaving people with no control over their lives.
January 16, 2020
Documenting the Tragedy in Xinjiang: An Insider’s View of Atajurt
By Mehmet Volkan Kaşıkçı
Facing monumental challenges, the volunteers of Atajurt have dedicated themselves to advocating for those detained in Xinjiang.
January 15, 2020
Vietnam’s Deadly Land Clash Leaves Questions Unanswered
By Duy Hoang
The recent violent land dispute spotlights serious issues that remain to be addressed.
January 15, 2020
Washington’s Denuclearization Delusion Stalls North Korea Talks
By Bonnie Kristian
The sooner U.S. gets over "denuclearization," the sooner it can expect diplomatic results with North Korea.
January 14, 2020
Public Spaces and Radical Solidarity Define India’s Student Protests
By Surajkumar Thube
India's student protesters are standing up for a particular vision of the country.
January 13, 2020
Will China Play an Active Role Amid US-Iran Tensions?
By Ankit Panda
Will China look to leverage its influence over tensions between the U.S. and Iran?
January 10, 2020
Before #MeToo, There Were the ‘Comfort Women’
By Esther Brito Ruiz
The survivors of Japanese sexual slavery started a pioneering human rights movement combating sexual abuse.
January 08, 2020
Women Emerging as Leaders in Fixing India’s Slums
By Bijal Brahmbhatt
The collective might of women must be harnessed as a powerful, necessary force for change.
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