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What’s Old and New in the Midterm Philippine Elections?

What’s Old and New in the Midterm Philippine Elections?

By Mong Palatino
The May 2025 elections are set to be dominated by established political dynasties, including the Marcos and Duterte clans.

More Votes, Fewer Rights: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly to Reconvene for 1st Time Since Reorganization

More Votes, Fewer Rights: Jammu and Kashmir Assembly to Reconvene for 1st Time Since Reorganization

By Tarushi Aswani
“People were waiting for a chance to express their resentment towards the coercive changes, but the real levers of power now lie outside the scope of the elected leadership.”
Trial of 11 Journalists in Kyrgyzstan Ends in Prison Sentences and Acquittals

Trial of 11 Journalists in Kyrgyzstan Ends in Prison Sentences and Acquittals

By Catherine Putz
Of the 11 journalists charged in a case that has drawn heavy criticism, two received prison sentences, two probation, and seven were acquitted.

What to Make of President Lai’s First National Day Address

What to Make of President Lai’s First National Day Address

By Brian Hioe
Old themes of identity – Republic of China vs Taiwan – took on new salience amid a divided government. 

Are India’s Women Chief Ministers Any Different From Their Male Counterparts?

Are India’s Women Chief Ministers Any Different From Their Male Counterparts?

By Kavita Chowdhury
Atishi, Delhi’s new chief minister, invoked a Hindu epic to justify her decision to be a seat-warmer until her mentor-leader, Arvind Kejriwal, returns to the post.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

Detained Filipino Preacher Registers to Run in 2025 Senate Election

Detained Filipino Preacher Registers to Run in 2025 Senate Election

By Sebastian Strangio
Apollo Quiboloy faces a raft of charges, including sex trafficking and child abuse, in both the Philippines and the United States.

Jammu & Kashmir Election Hands Clear Mandate to Opposition Alliance

Jammu & Kashmir Election Hands Clear Mandate to Opposition Alliance

By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
The results also indicate a triumph of Kashmir’s mainstream political forces over separatist sympathizers.
Will Prabowo’s Election End Indonesia’s Era Reformasi?

Will Prabowo’s Election End Indonesia’s Era Reformasi?

By Paul Marshall
The current situation has some disturbing parallels to pre-1998 Indonesia, especially given Prabowo’s connections to Suharto.

Ishiba’s Rocky Economic Road

Ishiba’s Rocky Economic Road

By Anthony Fensom
After less than one week in office, Japan’s new prime minister has already sent Japan’s financial markets on a rollercoaster ride. 

​​Constitutional Amendment: Managing Pandora’s Box for Nepal

​​Constitutional Amendment: Managing Pandora’s Box for Nepal

By Meena Bhatta
Nepal’s post-insurgency constitution was a document of compromise among various political forces. Changing it will bring new risks.

Midterm Elections and the Prospect of Impeachment in the Philippines

Midterm Elections and the Prospect of Impeachment in the Philippines

By Mong Palatino
As registrations for next year's midterm elections begins, momentum is growing for an impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte.
Why Have No Southeast Asian Leaders Won the Nobel Peace Prize?

Why Have No Southeast Asian Leaders Won the Nobel Peace Prize?

By Ahmad Syarif
The region's Nobel laureates have all been non-state actors whose advocacy has aligned with the narratives of Western powers.

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