Region
East Asia
Coronavirus and China’s ‘Authoritarian Advantage’
By Jonathan Schwartz
The benefits of China’s “authoritarian advantage” in responding to the current coronavirus outbreak are questionable.
Taiwan Delays Spring Semester, Tightens Travel Rules Over Coronavirus Worries
By James X. Morris
Taiwan has rapidly scaled up preventative measures designed to contain a potential outbreak.
The Geo-Technological Triangle Between the US, China, and Taiwan
By Hannah Kirk
Taiwan is caught in the middle of a technological trade spat, one that might upend its all-important semiconductor industry.
Tokyo’s Homeless Pressured to Disappear Ahead of Olympics
By Thisanka Siripala
With six months until the Olympics, authorities are being accused of sweeping homelessness and domestic poverty under the rug.
The Coronavirus Outbreak Presents an Opportunity for Cross-Strait Rapprochement
By Jo Kim
Taipei and Beijing could both extend olive branches in the name of a public health emergency that would otherwise be politically infeasible.
Taiwan’s Coronavirus Response Hits Obstacles Set by Chinese Government
By Nick Aspinwall
Despite international calls for Taiwan’s inclusion in the WHO, the country is being restricted from accessing updated information and has struggled to repatriate its citizens from Wuhan.
Hong Kong Hurts Itself By Financially Excluding Foreign Domestic Workers
By Jason Hung
Hong Kong should prioritize economic reforms benefiting foreign domestic workers.
Coronavirus Concerns Intensify in South Korea
By Kyle Ferrier
If it's not brought under control soon, the epidemic could have an outsized economic and political impact on South Korea.
Wuhan Whistleblower Doctor Dies of Coronavirus
By Shannon Tiezzi
Li Wenliang, who was punished by police for "spreading rumors" about the epidemic, has passed away, according to Global Times.
Yanxi Palace Spin-off Turns to Netflix
By Layne Vandenberg
The spin-off has moved to Netflix, showing that Chinese censors are not worried about international audiences.
Coronavirus Outbreak: What Is the World Doing to Help China?
By Eleanor Albert
Countries, companies, and nonprofits from around the world are sending funds and supplies to help combat the epidemic.
Asia Reacts to the Coronavirus Epidemic
By Ankit Panda
As much remains unknown about the disease’s potential economic and social impact, Asia braces for the worst.