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Inside Asia’s ‘Milk Tea Alliance’

Inside Asia’s ‘Milk Tea Alliance’

By Sebastian Strangio
Historian Jeff Wasserstrom explains the origins of an online political movement that has shaped Asia's youth protest culture.
Bihar Yearning for Change But the Election Is Wide Open

Bihar Yearning for Change But the Election Is Wide Open

By Satish K Jha
The Bharatiya Janata Party has successfully positioned itself as the chief custodian of Indian nationalism, but that is unlikely to help it electorally in Bihar.

National Elections in April 2026, Says Bangladesh’s Interim Chief Adviser Yunus

National Elections in April 2026, Says Bangladesh’s Interim Chief Adviser Yunus

By Shafi Md Mostofa
Previously, he had said that elections would be held in June next year.

Rahul Gandhi Calls out Bias of India’s Election Commission

Rahul Gandhi Calls out Bias of India’s Election Commission

By Kavita Chowdhury
In an article, the Leader of the Opposition detailed the “industrial scale rigging” of the Maharashtra Assembly elections in favor of the ruling BJP.

Vietnam Approves Radical Consolidation of Provinces and Major Cities

Vietnam Approves Radical Consolidation of Provinces and Major Cities

By Sebastian Strangio
The change, part of an administrative "revolution" spearheaded by CPV chief To Lam, will see the number of provinces and centrally-run cities cut from 63 to just 34.
Political Science on the Sidelines in Uzbekistan

Political Science on the Sidelines in Uzbekistan

By Bakhrom Mirakilov and Niginakhon Saida
Despite some positive trends, the social sciences in Uzbekistan remain trapped in the shadow of the past.

Philippine Prosecutors Defend Impeachment of Vice President, Say Case Must Go Ahead

Philippine Prosecutors Defend Impeachment of Vice President, Say Case Must Go Ahead

By Sebastian Strangio
Members of the impeachment prosecution panel say that the case is "fully compliant with the requirements of the constitution."
Beyond the Binary: Can New Political Parties Revive Democracy in Bangladesh?

Beyond the Binary: Can New Political Parties Revive Democracy in Bangladesh?

By Md. Abrar Hossain
Bangladesh has long been dominated by a two-party system. Will a surge in new parties offer citizens meaningful alternatives?

Japan-South Korea Relations Are About to Get a Stress Test

Japan-South Korea Relations Are About to Get a Stress Test

By Jio Kamata
The past three years were a unique period in the relationship between the two nations. Will Lee’s presidency mark a return to the mean?

Myanmar’s National Unity Government Isn’t a Unity Government

Myanmar’s National Unity Government Isn’t a Unity Government

By Andrew Nachemson
The NUG's close association with the ousted NLD government has prevented it from bringing the country's various armed groups under a single umbrella.

Philippine Senate Votes to Return Sara Duterte Impeachment Case to Lower House

Philippine Senate Votes to Return Sara Duterte Impeachment Case to Lower House

By Sebastian Strangio
The decision came hours after senators were sworn in as judges in the impending impeachment trial against the vice president.
Chin Leader Talks Myanmar-India Ties, Junta’s Growing Ties With Russia

Chin Leader Talks Myanmar-India Ties, Junta’s Growing Ties With Russia

By Karishma Hasnat
Sui Khar, the vice-chairman of the Chin National Front (CNF), says that Myanmar's civil war is approaching a tipping point, both within and beyond Chin State.

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