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Can Asia Escape the Malthusian Trap?

By David Vallance

December 15, 2017

The region’s governments need to think seriously about developmental and demographic issues as part of their grand strategies.

For Pacific Island States, Climate Change Is an Existential Threat

June 05, 2017

For Pacific Island States, Climate Change Is an Existential Threat

U.S. withdrawal from the Paris agreement is deeply concerning to leaders in the Pacific.

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For Pacific Island States, Climate Change Is an Existential Threat

Why Is Asia Returning to Coal?

February 17, 2017

Why Is Asia Returning to Coal?

The fossil fuel is undergoing an unexpected renaissance in the region.

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Why Is Asia Returning to Coal?

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