Topic
Politics
Influence of Islamist Political Parties in Bangladesh’s Post-Revolution Era: Between Hype and Reality
By Shahadat Hossain
While Islamist political parties often form alliances with major parties for elections, new dynamics are emerging in the post-Hasina era.
With an Eye Toward Indian American Votes, Trump Decries Violence in Bangladesh
By Jannatul Naym Pieal
Donald Trump’s belated condemnation of violence against minorities in Bangladesh is primarily a political maneuver, rather than an expression of genuine concern for the affected communities.
The Caste Census Controversy in India
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The issue of a caste census is torn between the ideas of social justice and political correctness.
Will Japan’s Election Mark the End of Abe Diplomacy?
By Hiroaki KATO
Ironically, the opposition parties may have more in common with the late Abe's approach than the LDP's current leader.
Taiwan’s Constitutional Court Strikes Down Much of Legislature’s Controversial New Powers
By Brian Hioe
The KMT-backed bill to provide the Legislative Yuan with new powers of investigation sparked mass protests earlier this year.
Right-sizing the China Factor in Palau’s Election
By Graeme Smith
The U.S. isn’t the only country voting on November 5. This small Pacific nation is also holding an election – and China is watching.
Vietnamese Court Sentences Dissident Blogger to 12 Years in Prison
By Sebastian Strangio
Duong Van Thai was allegedly kidnapped last year in Thailand, where he had sought political asylum.
The US Congressional Elections Will Shape China Policy, Too
By Jiachen Shi
The new U.S. Congress will be as important as the next president in setting the direction for future China policy in Washington.
India’s BJP Government Proposes Legislation to ‘Take Over’ Muslim Charitable Properties
By Kavita Chowdhury
Proposed amendments to the Wakf Act will increase government regulation of the composition and function of Wakf Boards, which administer these properties.
Malaysian Court Rules Evidence Sufficient for Second 1MDB Trial to Proceed
By Sebastian Strangio
Former Prime Minister Najib Razak has been ordered to enter his defense against four charges of abuse of power and 21 charges of money laundering.
How Might Japan’s Hung Parliament Affect Foreign Policy?
By Jio Kamata
Whatever the result of the coalition talks currently underway, the opposition parties have more veto power than they have enjoyed in over a decade.
How to Better Protect Free Speech in Indian Cyberspace
By Nupur Chowdhury
Online platforms that operate in India need to be regulated to ensure free and fair elections and protect data privacy and free speech