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2nd Canadian Goes on Trial in China on Spying Charges
By Sam McNeil
Diplomats were barred from attending the trial of Michael Kovrig, just like at fellow Canadian Michael Spavor’s trial last week.
The South Korea-US 2+2 Talks: Who Came Out Ahead?
By Sukjoon Yoon
While the two sides were careful to avoid open disagreement, there are clear areas of tensions, from approaches to China and North Korea to alliance issues involving Japan.
CGTN Loses UK License: China’s Global Media Gambit
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Aynne Kokas.
Legal Challenges Look to Advance LGBTQ+ Rights in Hong Kong
By Jessie Lau
A court case filed by a gay widower highlights Hong Kong's conservative approach to gender.
Taiwan, Palau Say They Will Open Travel Bubble Next Month
By Nick Aspinwall
The diplomatic allies will open a travel bubble starting on April 1, potentially creating a framework for similar arrangements with other countries.
Rumors of War in the Taiwan Strait
By Denny Roy
Prospects of an imminent Chinese invasion are overblown – but that doesn’t mean Taiwan can be complacent.
The Ant Group Incident Reveals the Fragile Future of Innovation in China
By Zhuoran Li and Gavin Xu
Increasing CCP control, coupled with bureaucratic infighting, decreases the incentives for private companies to try new things.
Do the Anchorage Talks Represent a New Normal for US-China Relations?
By Shannon Tiezzi
The fiery stance from China’s diplomats signals they are willing to return perceived disrespect with more disrespect.
US, China Spar in First Face-to-Face Meeting Under Biden
By Matthew Lee and Mark Thiessen
The contentious tone of the two sides' public comments suggested their private discussions will be even more rocky.
North Korea Cuts Diplomatic Ties With Malaysia Over US Extradition
By Hyung-Jin Kim
North Korean national Mun Chol Myong is accused of sending luxury goods from Singapore to North Korea in violation of U.N. sanctions
What Biden Should Consider When Picking the New US Ambassador to South Korea
By Jason Bartlett
Washington needs to build up the alliance as a partnership involving mutually beneficial and equally important military, economic, social, and cultural aspects.
Jailed Canadians to Face Trial in China
By Associated Press
After two years in detention, Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor will face trial for espionage, amid accusations that Beijing is using them for “hostage diplomacy.”