Topic
Politics
What’s Driving Hindu Nationalism in Nepal?
By Santosh Sharma Poudel
Religious tensions, as opposed to ethnic or caste-based schisms, are relatively new in Nepal. What’s behind the recent upsurge?
Malaysia Will Not Appeal Ex-PM Najib’s Acquittal in 1MDB Tampering Case
By Sebastian Strangio
The decision comes less than two weeks after the dropping of corruption charges against an ally for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
The Anies-Muhaimin Candidacy: A Political Test for Modernist and Traditionalist Islam in Indonesia
By Virdika Rizky Utama
The recently announced election partnership between Anies Baswedan and Muhaimin Iskandar is seeking to bridge two contending religious traditions.
Pakistan’s Looming Constitutional Crisis Could Hurt Imran Khan
By Umair Jamal
President Arif Alvi, who is close to the former prime minister’s party, has acted unconstitutionally by proposing election dates.
Philippines’ Top Leaders Accused of Making Irregular Budget Transactions
By Mong Palatino
Vice President Sara Duterte's use of confidential and intelligence funds (CIFs), which are usually reserved for the security forces, has raised eyebrows.
Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Reshuffles Cabinet Amid Sluggish Support Rates
By Takahashi Kosuke
Japan has new ministers of defense and foreign affairs as Kishida looks to shore up public support and head off potential challengers from within the LDP.
A Role Reversal for Bangkok’s Middle Class
By Jason Johnson
Residents of Thailand's capital have historically come down on the side of conservatism and reaction. They now loom as a force for reform.
Is India’s Ruling BJP Getting Jittery?
By Sudha Ramachandran
The Modi government has announced a special session of Parliament. Is it planning to advance general elections?
Philippine Court Tosses Final Tax Charge Against Nobel Laureate
By Sebastian Strangio
Maria Ressa and her publication Rappler have once again scored a legal victory against charges brought under the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte.
What Should India’s Name Be?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Bharat, India, Hindustan: A history of the words used to describe this ancient state.
South Koreans Are Locked in a Battle Over Historical Interpretations
By Eunwoo Lee
A recent debate over the legacy of independence struggles and anti-communism reveals a long-running ideological divide.
In Search of Hun Manet’s Bristol University PhD Thesis
By David Whitehouse
In 2009, Cambodia's new prime minister was awarded a doctorate in economics – but it is nearly impossible to access his thesis.