Region
Central Asia
Saving the Buddhas of Mes Aynak
In a race against time, archaeologists are working to save a Buddhist site of immense significance in Afghanistan, slated for imminent destruction by a Chinese mining firm.
Tajikistan’s Gas Boom: Prosperity or Conflict?
Natural gas resources could be a boon to Tajikistan, but the downside risk is significant.
Russia: Can The Gas Empire Strike Back?
Intransigence on pricing may cost Moscow dearly in the huge Asian gas market.
Tehran’s Designs on Afghanistan
Evidence from Herat and elsewhere suggests a growing – and at times deadly – Iranian influence over its eastern neighbor.
Can Asia Urbanize Without Starving?
Demand for food is set to surge within the region. Can productivity growth keep pace?
A New Plan for a New Afghanistan
Securing the future of Afghanistan is not just about troop counts after 2014. Sustainable economic development may just be the key.
The Xinjiang Perspective: In Photos
China’s security forces have failed in their attempts to win over the nation’s ethnic minorities.
China’s Afghanistan Challenge
China has an opportunity to assert leadership in helping steer Afghanistan in a more positive direction. Investing in Afghanistan now will save years of trouble later.
Great Game in Central Asia After Afghanistan
By Joshua Kucera
East Asia's New Peacemaker: Mongolia?
From provocations coming from North Korea to various island spats, East Asia is rife with hotspots. Could Mongolia play a role?
Mongolia's Economic Boom
With one of the world’s fastest growing economies, the true test will be how such growth benefits the people. In Mongolia’s capital, we may just find out.
Peace in Afghanistan: Will Pakistan Play Ball?
A leaked peace plan sees Pakistan replacing the United States as kingmaker. Can the different sides come together?