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Coronavirus
India Marshals More Resources to Stop Virus, But Gaps Remain
By Associated Press
India is preparing for a long haul against COVID–19.
How Anti-Coronavirus Aid to North Korea Can Restart Negotiations
By John Dale Grover
Coming together amid a global pandemic could bring U.S.-North Korea negotiations back on track.
Vietnam’s Coronavirus Struggle: The Import Dimension
By Thoi Nguyen
Vietnam has not been immune from the issue of imported coronavirus cases.
Vietnam Toughens Coronavirus Crackdown With New Restrictions
By Associated Press
The prime minister said shopping malls, in-restaurant dining, bars, and other businesses that do not provide basic necessities must shut starting at midnight.
Remembering the ‘Spanish Flu’ in Asia
By Robert Farley
As Asia weathers COVID-19, it's worth recalling that the 1918 influenza pandemic did not spare Asia.
India’s Prime Minister Decrees 21 Day Lockdown to Curb Virus
By Associated Press
India becomes the world’s most populous country to enter a total lockdown as COVID–19 spreads.
Philippines Enters National Emergency as Coronavirus Outbreak Fears Grow
By Associated Press
The Congress-approved national emergency authorizes the president to launch a massive aid program and tap private hospitals and ships in fighting the outbreak.
Pilgrims First: How Islamists Are Undermining Pakistan’s Fight Against COVID-19
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan is poorly prepared for COVID–19.
Thailand Tightens Restrictions Amid Growing Coronavirus Fears
By Associated Press
The country is firming up regulations regarding international travel and domestic movement, even as the government worries about the economic impact.
What Will Great Power Militaries Look Like After COVID-19?
By Steven Stashwick
Defense programs on both sides of the Pacific will face new budget pressures.
Thailand Enacts New Coronavirus Shutdowns to Stem Outbreak
By Associated Press
The moves include postponing the country's biggest holiday, shutting down schools, and closing bars.
Democracy? Autocracy? Coronavirus Doesn’t Care.
By Maylin Meisenheimer
Capacity for governance best predicts the performance countries have against the coronavirus.