The China-led AIIB is ready for its first large membership expansion.

Prashanth Parameswaran joins Ankit Panda to discuss the implications of Rodrigo Duterte's big win in the Philippines.

Much work needs to be done, but Bhutan should celebrate its quick progress on economic development.

The China-led bank has opened its doors. Is the AIIB an institution of great consequence in the Asia-Pacific?

A recently published article on USAID’s blog is cause for concern.

The AIIB's Articles of Agreement entered into force, taking the China-led development bank one step closer to operational status.

The Trans-Pacific Partnership won't do much to improve the human rights situation in Asia.

With Narendra Modi visiting China this week, Andhra Pradesh hopes to secure funding for its new capital.

Why has the U.S.-led force failed to build a self-sustainable Afghanistan?

Nepal's path to reconstruction after it was hit with a 7.8 magnitude earthquake won't be easy.

Most believe Afghanistan is doomed following NATO’s withdrawal. The country’s youth will ensure it prevails.

Tim LaRocco offers his thoughts on Hurricane Sandy from Cambodia — a land also impacted by natural disaster.

Governments are spending vast sums to reduce crushing poverty. While the cause is a noble one the reasoning and approach may be faulty.

Female empowerment must be a top priority as Burma moves towards true democracy.

Workers in the garment industry demonstrate that, like other countries, Bangladesh’s growing economy comes with its own hardships.

In Bihar’s capital city, something more than new malls and coffee shops is taking over.