Topic
Politics
Why Sri Lanka’s Minorities Voted for a Sinhalese Party
By Roshni Kapur and Diotima Chattoraj
In the recent general election, residents of the Tamil-dominated north signaled they are tired of ethnic politics and want development and better job opportunities.
How Recent Elections Have Changed National Power Equations in India
By Satish Jha
The crucial role of the RSS means that the recent state election results are not a referendum on Modi’s popularity.
No Rallies in 3 Years? Kyrgyz President Claims ‘Stability,’ Forgets Reality
By Catherine Putz
Despite a ban on rallies in much of Bishkek since March 2022, there have actually been rallies, protests, and even riots in the country in recent years.
Why Are Votes of No Confidence So Common in the Pacific?
By Patricia O’Brien
Across much of the Pacific, votes of no confidence have become a frequently deployed, and increasingly disruptive, tactic.
After Blocking Impeachment, South Korea’s PPP Wants to Absorb Yoon’s Presidential Powers
By Mitch Shin
Yoon implied that he would depute his presidential powers and authorities to the ruling party, but it is illegitimate for the PPP to exercise them.
Coup Plot Dismissed in the Philippines
By Mong Palatino
Amid an escalating political feud, former President Rodrigo Duterte has called for military action against his successor's administration.
PPP Neutralizes Vote to Impeach South Korea’s President
By Mitch Shin
With the ruling party holding a meeting to avoid the vote, the National Assembly was short of a quorum.
Changing Cadre Incentives: The Untold Story of China’s Economic Challenge
By Zhuoran Li
Changes in the local cadre incentive structure are a crucial yet often overlooked factor in the performance of the Chinese economy.
Resilient Democracy: How South Korea’s Institutions Rejected Authoritarian Overreach
By Rachit Goel
South Korea’s democracy has evolved to resist authoritarianism – a sharp contrast to the weaker historical response of its institutions during previous martial law impositions.
Rumor Night: The Yunus Government’s Struggle With Disinformation in Post-Revolution Bangladesh
By Shahadat Swadhin
Disinformation, misinformation, and structured social media propaganda have posed significant challenges for Dr. Muhammad Yunus’ interim government in Bangladesh.
PTI’s ‘Do or Die’ Protest Ends, But Incitement of Instability Continues
By Umair Jamal
Perhaps Imran Khan sees stirring instability as his only way to evade prison and reclaim power.
Yoon Accused of Trying to Arrest Key Political Leaders During Martial Law
By Mitch Shin
After the revelation, the leader of the ruling People Power Party called for Yoon's presidential authority to be suspended immediately.