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Politics
New LDP Leader, Same Old LDP
By Jake Northey
The LDP's attempt to get the public behind its presidential election ironically calls attention to the disconnect between party and people.
Upcoming Parliamentary Elections in Uzbekistan: A New Electoral System With an Old Approach?
By Otabek Akromov and Bekzod Zakirov
Without genuine political freedom and fully open discourse, attempts at political reform in Uzbekistan may struggle to gain traction.
Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party Invites Former Arch-Rival to Join Coalition
By Sebastian Strangio
In the latest wild swing in Thai political allegiances, the conservative Democrat Party has been invited to join Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's government.
China Isn’t Poised to Invade Taiwan – But Beijing Might Benefit From That Perception
By Thiago de Aragao
China’s approach to Taiwan is less about an actual invasion and more about the strategic use of tensions to gain leverage – and shore up CCP legitimacy.
Kyrgyzstan Considers Fines for Spreading ‘False Information’
By Catherine Putz
Bishkek is barreling down a slippery slope, with a history of judging as “false” reports the government simply doesn’t like the tone of.
Bangladesh’s Interim Government Lifts Ban on the Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami Party
By Julhas Alam
It said that the ban imposed by the Awami League regime was politically motivated and not based on ideology.
Donald Trump’s China Rhetoric Has Changed. The Epoch Times’ Support For Him Has Not.
By Bryanna Entwistle
The news organization's affiliation with the far right of the Republican party now extends beyond a mutual distaste for the CCP.
Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Yassin Charged With Sedition
By Sebastian Strangio
The former leader, who heads the opposition Perikatan Nasional coalition, allegedly criticized a former king during an election campaign speech.
Rakhine Armed Group Responsible for Rohingya Massacre, Rights Organization Says
By Sebastian Strangio
The Arakan Army's involvement in the August 5 massacre and other attacks on Rohingya civilians has raised thorny question for Myanmar's resistance movement.
Sri Lanka’s Anura Dissanayake a Strong Contender for President
By Krishan Francis and Bharatha Mallawarachi
His alliance’s focus on the working class is expected to win the support of those struggling with the high cost of living.
Vigilante Justice Reigns in Post-Hasina Bangladesh
By Saqlain Rizve
There have been several incidents of lawyers linked to the BNP and other parties attacking politicians and officials of the Awami League regime.
Imran Khan’s Biggest Trial
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
The arrest of Pakistan’s former ISI chief sharpens the confrontation between Khan and the military. But reconciliation remains possible – at a cost.