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Satire on Trial: Temirlan Yensebek in Kazakh Court for Using a Rude Rap Track
By Catherine Putz
An offensive 20-year-old rap song may land a Kazakh satirist in jail for seven years. But there's more to the case than a rude song.
Mahrang Baloch Takes on the Might of the Pakistani State
By Sanjay Pulipaka
The peaceful resistance she leads is hamstrung by limited financial resources and global networking opportunities to mount an international campaign.
Myanmar Junta’s Affirms December Election Despite Earthquake Chaos
By Sebastian Strangio
The biggest obstacle to the election will not be damage from the disaster but rather the fraught political position that prevails in much of the country.
Why Did China Amend Its Law Governing Delegates to People’s Congresses?
By Changhao Wei and Ying Sun
The amendments codify recent policy and practice to better support – and regulate – Chinese people’s representatives.
From Revolution to Reform: The BNP’s Uphill Battle in a New Bangladesh
By Shafi Md Mostofa
Despite its historical popularity, the party is losing ground due to a combination of internal weaknesses, external pressures, and shifting public expectations.
Modi’s India Is a Dangerous Place for Standup Comedians
By Kavita Chowdhury
Right-wing political activists went on a rampage against comedian Kunal Kamra for cracking jokes about ruling party politicians.
Thai Court Denies Bail for American Academic Accused of Defaming Monarchy
By Sebastian Strangio
Paul Chambers of Naresuan University, a leading academic authority on the Thai military, has been deemed a flight risk and imprisoned pending trial.
Yoon Suk-yeol’s Dark Legacy for South Korea
By Eunwoo Lee
The Yoon era is over, but the South Korean polity is divided more than ever.
Indonesia’s Quiet Militarization Under President Prabowo Subianto
By Azifah Astrina
The revision of the TNI Law has eroded the principle of civilian supremacy. It could also undermine the cohesion of the military itself.
New Law Gives Government a Foothold in Indian Muslim Waqf Properties
By Sudha Ramachandran
Opposition parties and Muslim groups are challenging the legislation’s constitutional validity in the Supreme Court.
Constitutional Court Upholds South Korean President’s Impeachment
By Mitch Shin
The Constitutional Court upheld Yoon Suk-yeol’s impeachment. As of April 4, Yoon is no longer president of South Korea and a snap election must take place within 60 days.
The Man Who Would be King Again? Former Nepal King’s Delusions of Power
By Som Niroula
The rise of Hindu fundamentalist and monarchist groups has made Nepal volatile and could lead to widespread anarchy.
Trump’s Subtle Shift on China: From Economic Coercion to Military Confrontation
By Jiachen Shi
Trump may not entirely rule out a deal with Beijing, but the ongoing stalemates in Ukraine and Gaza are pushing him to seek breakthroughs elsewhere.
In Earthquake’s Aftermath, Major Myanmar Rebel Alliance Announces ‘Humanitarian Pause’
By Sebastian Strangio
Could the devastation of the March 28 quake help catalyze a political solution to the country’s civil war?
Thai Government Probes Collapse of Bangkok Skyscraper as Rescue Efforts Continue
By Sebastian Strangio
More than 70 construction workers remain trapped beneath the rubble of the State Audit Office building, which collapsed during the March 28 earthquake.
Without Radio Free Asia, Who Will Expose China’s Atrocities?
By Tsering Dolka Gurung
Shutting down the U.S.-funded broadcaster will silence voices that are already suppressed by Asia's authoritarian regimes.
Chinese Influencer Ordered to Leave Taiwan Over Pro-Unification Content
By Brian Hioe
Liu Zhen-ya’s residency permit was revoked on the grounds that her content endangered Taiwan’s national security, prompting a debate over free speech and security.
Australia’s Upcoming Election: The Independent Factor
By Grant Wyeth
The real political shift in Australia is the public’s increasing attraction to independent candidates.
As Australia’s Election Called for May 3, Both Labor and Liberals See Cause for Hope
By Michelle Grattan
Incumbent Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has the weight of history on his side. But modern day politics is volatile, and the voters are cranky.
Conflict in India’s Manipur Takes a New Turn With Intra-Community Clashes
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
In recent weeks, Meitei militias have clashed, as have Zomi and Hmar groups that came together against the Meitei majority.
Myanmar Military Chief Says Election to Be Held in December
By Sebastian Strangio
Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing has promised to transfer power to whoever wins the election, but there are many reasons to be skeptical.
USAGM Reverses Course on RFE/RL and OTF Grant Terminations
By Catherine Putz
A day after RFE/RL won a temporary restraining order against USAGM’s freezing of its funding, the agency has backed off. But it may be, at best, a temporary reprieve.
In Japan, the Radicalness of Yamamoto Taro Meets the Moment
By Jio Kamata
Reiwa Shinsengumi’s rapid ascent marks a seismic shift in the progressive voting bloc in Japan.
4 Key Myths That Manufacture an Immigration ‘Crisis’ in Australia
By Fethi Mansouri and Amanuel Elias
A so-called Australian immigration crisis is a central election issue, but it's based on misconceptions easily debunked by any examination of the evidence.
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