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United Nations
Detailing an Arbitrary Detention in Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
The details of Dushanbe’s human rights violations tell the story of a state afraid of its own people but not of international law.
Notes From Kazakhstan’s Mission to the UN
By Anuar Ayazbekov
Kazakhstan is positioning itself at the heart of global diplomacy.
Top UN Official to Visit North Korea
By Ankit Panda
The UN Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs will visit North Korea in a rare visit.
In Afghanistan, a Struggle to Leave No Woman or Child Behind
By Tadamichi Yamamoto
Gender-based violence is pervasive in Afghanistan, but activists see a change in the wind.
Uzbekistan Aims to Move Regional Cooperation From Talking Points to Reality
By Catherine Putz
Uzbekistan wants to breathe life into regional cooperation with the help of the UN and EU.
On Asia: An Interview With UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres
By Maurits Elen
Unity in the UN Security Council is key to solving Korean crisis, says Guterres ahead of ASEAN Summit.
Lessons from the Women, Peace, and Security Agenda
By Jessica Zimerman
Why gendered approaches to peace and security are now more important than ever.
Don’t Be Fooled by Sri Lanka’s UN Engagement
By Taylor Dibbert
Colombo remains unserious about transitional justice.
Uzbekistan in the Spotlight
By Catherine Putz
The center of Central Asia has turned its focus to multilateral regional cooperation.
Should China Now Lead UNESCO?
By Grace Guo
The move would represent a step in the wrong direction for the organization.
Are the Rohingya Facing Genocide?
By George Wright
A single word; the most heinous of crimes.
Financing for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future in Asia
By Shamshad Akhtar
As policymakers meet to brainstorm this week, priorities are on domestic, sustainable, and inclusive financial measures.