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Russian invasion of Ukraine
What Did China’s Flurry of African Engagements Have to Do With Ukraine?
By Lauren Ashmore
Some analysts suggested Beijing was seeking to shore up international support for its position on the Ukraine war. Maybe, but that wasn’t the major impetus for the recent series of bilateral meetings.
Ethnic Central Asians Among Those Killed With the Russian Army in Ukraine
By Catherine Putz
Regional media have begun to report on the return of bodies, men born in Central Asia who took Russian citizenship over the years and ultimately died in Ukraine.
How the Russia-Ukraine War Is Reshaping Defense Trade
By Arjun Sreekumar
In addition to boosting defense spending, the conflict will change procurement priorities in ways that could favor nontraditional suppliers.
Do Japan’s Sanctions on Russia Spell the End of Japan-Russia Diplomacy?
By Thisanka Siripala
Japan’s unprecedented sanctions on Russia have angered the Kremlin, leading Russia to cut diplomatic ties with Tokyo.
Zelenskyy Appeals to Japan for More Sanctions Against Russia
By Mari Yamaguchi
Ukraine’s president called for Japan to ban trade with Russia in a virtual address to Japan’s parliament.
With All Eyes on Russia, Serbia Nourishes Ties With China
By Vuk Vuksanovic
The war in Ukraine provides Belgrade with an opportunity to continue and boost its policy of replacing Russia with China as Serbia’s primary non-Western partner.
Explaining the Vietnamese Public’s Mixed Responses to the Russia-Ukraine Crisis
By To Minh Son
Russian President Vladimir Putin has attracted both admirers and detractors among the country's active netizens.
What Will Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Mean for China’s Belt and Road?
By Mohammadbagher Forough
Exploring the geoeconomic implications for the BRI and other Eurasian economic and infrastructure initiatives.
Why Do Many Chinese Sympathize With Russia in the Ukraine Conflict?
By Wang Wen
Many Chinese believe that Russia faces a real security threat from the United States – and that China will face a similar threat in the future.
Uzbek Foreign Minister Calls for Halting of Hostilities in Ukraine
By Catherine Putz
Minister Abdulaziz Kamilov gave one of the most direct refutations from a Central Asian official of Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Can Ukraine Change Australia’s Attitude Toward Refugees?
By Grant Wyeth
There is a notable shift in public sentiment toward refugees in Australia in response to the Ukraine crisis.
Foreign Fighters from Asia in Ukraine? Prospects and Possibilities
By Shashi Jayakumar
Despite the logistical and financial obstacles, small numbers of Asians have pledged to fight for the Ukrainian cause.