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Unrest Grows in Balochistan as Protesters Assert Baloch Ownership of Gwadar
By Samand Muhammad Shahi
Rallies, demonstrations, sit-ins, and protests are ongoing in various parts of Balochistan despite crackdowns by the government.
Why Vietnam Mourns: Understanding the National Grief for Nguyen Phu Trong
By Mai Truong
The late party chief was widely respected for his perceived incorruptibility and contribution to Vietnam’s political stability.
Taiwan’s Olympic Controversies
By Brian Hioe
From the usual political controversies to a global furor over a boxer’s gender, Taiwan has been in the spotlight several times in the Paris Games.
The Killing of Dawa Khan Menapal and the Fall of Afghanistan’s Republic
By Freshta Jalalzai
In August 2021, a brutal assassination prefigured the fall of the Republic and the Taliban’s return to power.
International Airlines Leave China, Despite Beijing’s Urging
By Bonnie Girard
The closure of Russian airspace to many Western airlines is further complicating the situation as China tries to woo international airlines back.
Central Asians in the Crosshairs of Russia’s Ever-Evolving Migration Regime
By Catherine Putz
New bills speeding up the deportation process and insisting on military registration for new citizens are predicted to spark a “migration crisis” that will largely impact Central Asia.
India’s Online Gambling Industry Is a Lottery
By Megha Aggarwal
Gambling has evolved over the years to become organized and widespread in India, thanks to its online proliferation.
Hit Netflix Series Offers an Authentic Depiction of Life in Indonesia
By Aisyah Llewellyn
Despite its sci-fi spin, the Indonesian series “Nightmares and Daydreams” offers acute social commentary on a number of issues facing the country.
For Discontented Chinese Netizens, the Charm of the Olympics Is Wearing off
By Yaqiu Wang
Many users see little to celebrate amid growing social, economic, and political constraints at home.
With Latest Crackdown on Protesters, Pakistan Continues to Make Its Balochistan Problem Worse
By Kiyya Baloch
By using force against a peaceful movement with large public support, the Pakistani government risks driving more Baloch youth toward a violent insurgency.
UNESCO to Investigate Alleged Rights Abuses at Angkor Wat
By Luke Hunt
The rights group Amnesty International says more than 40,000 people have been forcibly displaced.
On China-India Border, Ladakh Blames Modi’s BJP for Unemployment, Stagnancy
By Tarushi Aswani
In 2019, Ladakh’s residents had high hopes for their region’s new status. Today, they feel ignored and betrayed.