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Hong Kong’s Extradition Bill and Taiwan’s Sovereignty Dilemma

By Ming-Sung Kuo

June 26, 2019

How a Hong Konger’s death put Taiwan in a difficult spot amid the storm over Hong Kong’s extradition bill.

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June 21, 2019

Hong Kong Protests: How Did We Get Here?

The origins and development of mass protests against the extradition bill.

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Hong Kong Protests: How Did We Get Here?

June 14, 2019

11 Years on, Has Nepal’s Republic Succeeded?

Pessimism about Nepal’s politics is common, despite significant changes since the declaration of the republic in 2008.

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11 Years on, Has Nepal’s Republic Succeeded?

June 12, 2019

Meet Myanmar's Blue Shirts

A new free speech movement clashes with Myanmar’s military.

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Meet Myanmar's Blue Shirts

June 11, 2019

Jokowi’s Global Maritime Fulcrum: 5 More Years?

Analyzing Indonesia’s maritime progress during Jokowi’s first term, and looking ahead to his second.

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Jokowi’s Global Maritime Fulcrum: 5 More Years?

June 07, 2019

India’s Election: Ghosts in the Machine?

Allegations of tampering with electoral voting machines are sowing seeds of discord in Indian politics.

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India’s Election: Ghosts in the Machine?

June 06, 2019

What Next For ‘Miracle Man’ Morrison?

Can Morrison and Australia's Coalition make the most of an unexpected election victory?

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What Next For ‘Miracle Man’ Morrison?

June 06, 2019

Continuity and Change: Kazakhstan Hurtles Toward Election Day

On June 9, Kazakhstan will elect its first non-Nazarbayev president.

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Continuity and Change: Kazakhstan Hurtles Toward Election Day

June 05, 2019

What Is Nazarbayev’s Legacy in Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan’s first president resigned, but he remains fundamentally intertwined with the state.

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What Is Nazarbayev’s Legacy in Kazakhstan?

June 04, 2019

Is Pakistan Headed for Political Crisis?

The government (and military) may have miscalculated in their attempt to take down a popular judge.

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Is Pakistan Headed for Political Crisis?

June 03, 2019

Tiananmen 1989: Lessons for Today

Tiananmen veterans look back on the movement’s relevance in 21st century China.

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Tiananmen 1989: Lessons for Today

May 29, 2019

Has the Paint Dried on Malaysia’s Protest Art?

Radical street artist Fahmi Reza reflects on Malaysia a year after Najib’s fall.

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Has the Paint Dried on Malaysia’s Protest Art?

May 23, 2019

6 Dead in Indonesia Post-Election Protest

A mass protest against Indonesia’s presidential poll result turned violent – and deadly.

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6 Dead in Indonesia Post-Election Protest

May 22, 2019

How Developed Is Modi’s Model Village?

Nagepur is one of the four villages Modi “adopted” under a new development scheme. How is it faring?

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How Developed Is Modi’s Model Village?

May 21, 2019

Can Imran Khan Really End Corruption in Pakistan?

As Pakistan fights to curtail corruption, the government can look toward China and India for anti-corruption policies.

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Can Imran Khan Really End Corruption in Pakistan?

May 15, 2019

Is Duterte Drumming Up a Red Scare in the Philippines?

With the president's allies victorious in the recent elections, Duterte seems set to pursue his desired policies.

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Is Duterte Drumming Up a Red Scare in the Philippines?

May 10, 2019

Manufacturing Islamophobia on WhatsApp in India

What can a study of pro-BJP WhatsApp groups tell us about the party’s culpability in rising Islamophobia?

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Manufacturing Islamophobia on WhatsApp in India

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