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Environment
For Japan, Whaling Is Intertwined With Maritime Sovereignty
By Maxime Polleri
Japan argues that whaling is part of its history and culture. A rigid insistence on maritime sovereignty offers a more convincing explanation for Tokyo’s stance.
Clearing the Air: Next Steps for India-Pakistan Climate Diplomacy
By Neeraja Kulkarni
As both sides of the border experience a worsening air pollution crisis, calls for cooperation have gained momentum. Can China-U.S. climate talks show the way?
Karachi’s Air Quality Crisis: A Call for Urgent Action
By Abdul Waheed Bhutto
Pakistan’s largest city was briefly the world’s most polluted major metropolis. The recurring pollution can be stopped.
The End of Japan’s Hydrogen Rush in Australia?
By Daisuke Akimoto
Facing bureaucratic hurdles and questionable profits, some major Japanese companies are withdrawing from their hydrogen partnerships in Australia.
How Delhi Can Breathe Cleaner Air
By Suresh Ramasubramanya Iyer
Better airshed management can tackle Delhi’s persistent air pollution.
What’s the Deal with COP29?
By James Guild
The annual Conference of the Parties offers nations and funders to make splashy climate announcements. Translating these into concrete action is another matter.
From Paradise to Plastics Pollution: Bali’s Battle Against Marine Plastics Debris
By Emenda Sembiring, Attar Hikmahtiar Ramadan, and Elprida Agustina
Bali has a unique opportunity to address plastic waste by integrating sustainable practices into the tourism experience.
Bhopal Gas Tragedy: 40 Years of Injustice
By Mark Dummett
To this day, Union Carbide has failed to name any of the chemicals and reaction products that leaked along with MIC on that fateful night.
Trump and Great Power Competition in the Pacific Islands
By Ned Talbot
From climate change to security cooperation, the decisive election victory of former President Donald Trump will have important consequences for Pacific Island nations.
How Vulnerable Is Gwadar to Climate-related Risks?
By Mariyam Suleman Anees
Rising sea levels and groundwater rise are climate vulnerabilities faced by coastal towns worldwide, including Gwadar. But a more critical concern is Gwadar’s geography.
The Australia-Pacific Bid to Host UN Climate Talks in 2026 Is in Limbo
By Wesley Morgan
A decision won’t be made until June 2025, but Australia shouldn’t wait to take action.
Can Climate Break the Ice for India and Pakistan?
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
2025 could bring a change in bilateral relations – and environmental issues like heavy air pollution may be the catalyst.
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