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East Asia
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.
Taiwan, Shut Out From WHO, Confronts Deadly Wuhan Coronavirus
By Nick Aspinwall
President Tsai and a senior U.S. official called for Taiwan’s inclusion in the WHO as the nation confirmed its first coronavirus case on Tuesday.
World Airports Take Precautions After China Coronavirus Outbreak
By Associated Press
Airports around the world are taking steps to contain the new virus’s spread.
Parsing the Economic Damage From the Japan-South Korea Dispute
By Troy Stangarone
Recent data indicate the overall damage was limited, but that could change if we see another round of escalation.
Who Is Behind K-pop’s Viral Choreography?
By Layne Vandenberg
The minds behind K-pop dance choreography, one of K-pop’s most iconic features, deserve formal recognition.
Downtown Tokyo’s Homeless Fear Removal Ahead of Olympics
By Associated Press
Like the United States, Japan has a relatively high poverty rate for a wealthy nation.
China Virus Outbreak May Wallop Economy, Financial Markets
By Associated Press
China’s economy might face additional headwinds from a possible public health crisis.
How Asians See the World in 2020: Insights From Public Opinion
By Ankit Panda
Discussing recent trends in elite and public opinion in Asia.
How Chinese Immigrants Found Their Way to Puerto Rico
By Robert Farley
The history of Chinese immigrants in Puerto Rico is intertwined with American restrictions on Chinese immigration through 1965.
Countdown to Doomsday: The Asia Factor
By Jon Letman
We’re now 100 seconds to midnight. How can the Asia-Pacific contribute to (or counter) doomsday?
The Wuhan Coronavirus Outbreak Hits Korea
By Tae-jun Kang
A new virus from China is affecting South Korea economically and politically.
Is Japan Ready to Welcome Immigrants?
By Mina Pollmann
A recent survey by Japan's Cabinet Office has interesting implications for the push to welcome more foreign workers.