Topic
Politics
How Should the World Perceive Today’s Hong Kong?
By Michael Mo
Hollowed out by Beijing, the city, once the world’s freest society, should be viewed as an example of the state of post-authoritarianization.
Indonesia’s Jokowi Makes Move to New Capital Nusantara
By Sebastian Strangio
The Garuda Palace is expected to provide the backdrop to Independence Day celebrations that will inaugurate the new capital on August 17.
Uzbekistan Sets October Date for Parliamentary Elections
By Catherine Putz
Uzbeks will cast ballots for the 150-member Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis under a new mixed electoral system.
South Korea’s 2-Term Presidency Debate: A Double-Edged Sword for Democratic Reform
By Jinwan Park
The idea of a two-term presidency has found resonance across the political spectrum. What would it mean for South Korean democracy?
What Happened at the ‘Bangla-Blockade’ Quota Reform Protests in Bangladesh?
By Harindrini Corea and Nazia Erum
There is ample evidence of Bangladeshi authorities committing serious human rights violations with impunity during the recent protests.
In Myanmar, An Impossible Election Is in China’s Interests
By Luke Hunt
With the country's state of emergency due to expire at the end of the month, the junta is plotting its next move.
Vietnam Communist Party Chief’s Funeral Draws Thousands of Mourners, Including World Leaders
By Aniruddha Ghosal
Among those in attendance were the fourth-ranked leader in the Chinese Communist Party, a former Japanese prime minister, and top Cabinet officials from the U.S. and India.
Sri Lanka to Vote in Presidential Elections on September 21
By Rathindra Kuruwita
The first election since the mass unrest in 2022 is likely to be a fiercely fought contest.
Is Anyone Buying the Bangladesh Government’s Narrative on the Protest?
By Abu Jakir
It has blamed the opposition BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami for the recent protests, describing those who targeted the security forces as "terrorists" and not students.
Kishida Has Returned From the Political Precipice Before. Can He Do It Again?
By Shamshad A. Khan
Despite consistently low approval ratings, Kishida seems insistent on retaining the LDP presidency. How will he fare in the upcoming leadership race?
China: A Silent Ally Protecting Venezuela’s Maduro
By Carlos Eduardo Piña
The unconditional political, diplomatic and economic support offered by Beijing has been key to keeping the Bolivarian regime in power, from Chavez to Maduro.
Bangladesh Crawls Back to Normalcy After Violent Clashes That Killed Nearly 200 People
By Julhas Alam
The government has issued a circular, accepting a Supreme Court verdict reforming the quota system for government jobs.