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Colonialism
When Elizabeth II Was Queen of Pakistan
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Before it was a republic, Pakistan was briefly ruled by Queen Elizabeth II.
Colonial Diamonds Are Forever: India and the Koh-i-Noor Diamond
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
A group of prominent Indians want the return of the Koh-i-Noor diamond, which remains in the hands of the British monarchy.
250 Years Ago, This Event Changed Everything in South Asia
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
250 years ago, British rule over India began de jure.
Here's the Real Reason Why India's Economy Is Smaller Than China's
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Why did India's economy falter?
Should India Thank British Rule For a Free Press?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The British were instrumental in creating the one institution that, like nothing else, helped bring down their rule in India.
Sorry, the United Kingdom Does Not Owe India Reparations
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
There are good reasons why Britain doesn't owe India reparations.
No English Please, We're Pakistani
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Pakistan's government wants its officials to use Urdu in their official speeches, at home or abroad.
Thief or Anti-Colonial Agitator: Who Is Andre Malraux?
By Poppy McPherson
A new book explains how Andre Malraux became a human rights activist in French Indochina after failing as a thief.
Glimpses of Cambodia's French Past
By Poppy McPherson
Cambodia's foremost filmmaker discusses his new documentary about colonialism.
Singapore: A Mutiny Like No Other
By Joseph Hammond
The Singapore Mutiny of 1915 would have profound consequences for the future of Asia.
Was Colonialism Good for Asia?
By David Volodzko
In controversial remarks, Taipei's new mayor argued that colonialism is the secret to "more advanced" culture today.
5 Lessons from the Hong Kong Protests
By Andong Peng
As the protests continue, our correspondent draws a mixed bag of lessons.