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Taiwan’s Youth Are Not Defeatist — and The Data Proves It
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A wide body of academic surveys with nationally representative samples shows Taiwanese people’s willingness to fight to defend their homeland, including those under 30.
on Apr 9
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Hong Kong Sanctions a Bright Spot in Trump’s Foreign Policy
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Beijing has torn up Hong Kong’s freedoms and now threatens the security of Hong Kongers and their supporters around the world. It must not be allowed to get away with this with impunity.
on Apr 9
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Growing Closeness Between Russia and the Taliban: A Paradigm Shift?
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If the Taliban are removed from Moscow’s terrorist list, it would further strengthen the relationship between Russia and Afghanistan.
on Apr 8
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Asian Migrant Women Are Trapped in Lebanon’s Abusive ‘Kafala’ System
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Regional conflict has intensified the vulnerabilities of Asian domestic migrant workers, leaving many without legal safeguards, financial support, or options to return home.
on Apr 8
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South Korea’s Risky Bet on Online Regulation
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As Seoul considers new regulations on online platforms, concerns about competition, national security, and possible U.S. retaliation loom large.
on Apr 4
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Southeast Asia Slammed By President Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs
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Nine of the region’s 11 nations have been hit with reciprocal tariffs that could devastate local industries – and create a strategic opening for China.
on Apr 3
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How Indonesia’s Revised Military Law Could Impact Regional Security Dynamics
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The legal changes are a sign of Jakarta’s increasing concern about the potential for conflict in the region, especially over Taiwan.
on Apr 3
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China’s Djibouti Base: A One Year Update
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China’s first overseas military base provides an interesting test case for its global ambitions.
on Apr 1
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Without Radio Free Asia, Who Will Expose China’s Atrocities?
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Shutting down the U.S.-funded broadcaster will silence voices that are already suppressed by Asia’s authoritarian regimes.
on Apr 1
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Chinese Influencer Ordered to Leave Taiwan Over Pro-Unification Content
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Liu Zhen-ya’s residency permit was revoked on the grounds that her content endangered Taiwan’s national security, prompting a debate over free speech and security.
on Apr 1
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Engagements With the Myanmar Military Undermine Localized Approaches to Humanitarian Assistance
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International organizations should focus on strengthening local networks and providing cross-border aid rather than waiting for authorization from the junta to operate in conflict zones.
on Apr 1
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Bangladesh Women Rise up Against Increasing Incidents of Rape
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The Muhammad Yunus government has failed miserably in checking incidents of rape and sexual violence against women.
on Mar 28
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How the Baloch Struggle Went Mainstream
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Between a determined and vocal civil rights movements and a renewed insurgency, the plight of Balochistan is no longer a peripheral issue in Pakistan.
on Mar 23
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The Disappearance of Voice of America Is a Failure of American Values
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For decades, VOA has not only brought accurate information to China, but has served as a rare conduit for Chinese activists to speak to the world.
on Mar 21
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How Trump Is Bolstering China’s World View
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Ironically, Trump’s approach to international relations is playing the game of his proclaimed main enemy: Xi Jinping’s China.
on Mar 20
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Why Did Japan Cut Funding to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women?
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Japan’s decision to end it contribution to the U.N.’s top gender equality body could hardly come at a worse time, both diplomatically and symbolically.
on Mar 18
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Cambodia’s Hun Sen, Myanmar Junta Celebrate Closure of US-Funded Media Outlets
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The U.S.-funded broadcasters Radio Free Asia and Voice of America have long been a thorn in the side of the region’s repressive governments.
on Mar 18
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Tibetan Language, Epic, and the Bards Safeguarding Heritage
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There is a veritable cottage industry of cultural production related to the Gesar epic.
on Mar 16
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AUKUS: Why Britain Was the Big Winner
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London avoided the worst of the fallout with France, but stands to reap the most benefits from the deal.
on Mar 8
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Trump and Musk Doom the World’s Poorest to Even More Suffering from Climate Disasters
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The Trump administration’s retreat from global climate efforts has opened up a funding gap that urgently needs to be filled.
on Mar 7
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From India to Russia and Back: Escaping the Russian Army
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At least 12 Indian men have died fighting for the Russian army in Ukraine. In interviews, Indians share their stories of recruitment, fighting, and – in some cases – a lucky escape back home.
on Mar 5
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Thailand’s Uyghur Repatriation Shows the Consequences of Trump Policy Incoherence
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The Trump administration is no longer demonstrating concern with its own purported human rights priorities, and Thailand knows it.
on Mar 5
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Japanese Foreign Minister Banned by Russia Over Ukraine Sanctions
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Moscow doled out permanent entry bans on Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi and eight other top officials and business leaders in retaliation for Japanese sanctions on Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.
on Mar 5
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China Is Winning Its Language War in Tibet
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Tibet is one of the most linguistically diverse places in the world. Many of those languages are at risk of extinction.
on Mar 4
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Is There an Axis of Autocracy?
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At heart, what binds China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia is a set of transactional relationships.
on Mar 1
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‘Dark Ads’ Challenge Truth and Democracy in Australia
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Political inaction and big tech’s reluctance to protect users leave Australians vulnerable to a murky world of digital misinformation going into the election.
on Feb 28
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CCP Propaganda and United Front Operations in US Allies
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Insights from Russell Hsiao.
on Feb 27
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What Elon Musk’s Deep Ties to China Mean for Trump’s Foreign Policy
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The big question going forward is how Musk’s financial stakes in, and stated admiration for, China will translate into attempts to influence the U.S. administration’s policy toward Beijing.
on Feb 26
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Leaked CCP Files Expose Global Crackdown on Dissent
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The Chinese Communist Party has been working to “suppress Falun Gong’s momentum” around the world – including in the United States.
on Feb 25
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Why Is Prominent Uzbek Imam Mubashshir Ahmad Wanted by Authorities?
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Initial reports suggested the popular figure was wanted on serious charges, but his lawyer refuted that claim.
on Feb 23
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China’s AI Breakthrough Signals a New Era of Tech Innovation
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China’s major tech companies are uniquely positioned to capitalize on the shift to real-world applications for AI.
on Feb 22
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Caught in the Shockwave: Japan-US Relations Under Trump
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Despite the good feelings following the first Ishiba-Trump summit, there are major challenges ahead.
on Feb 22
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Hyundai’s Sustainability Push Rings Hollow While Automaker Exports Pollution
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Hyundai-Kia has targeted 100 percent electrification in Europe, the United States, and South Korea, but it lacks concrete electrification targets for India and other Global South markets.
on Feb 22
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DeepSeek and the AI Competition
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What does American anxiety over DeepSeek reveal about the state of US-China competition in AI?
on Feb 22
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As Trump Upends US Politics, Chinese People Watch in Fascination
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The Chinese public has never paid so much attention to U.S. domestic affairs.
on Feb 21
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Trump 2.0: Great Power Politics and the New World Order
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Insights from Tiberio Graziani.
on Feb 19
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Japan’s Pragmatic Model for AI Governance
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Japan’s unique strategy – combining regulatory oversight, resource efficiency, and international partnership – offers a potential blueprint for the world.
on Feb 12
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Japanese Broadcaster Fuji TV’s Sexual Assault Scandal Sparks Major Corporate Crisis
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Fuji TV has been accused of cover-ups, mismanagement, and botched crisis response following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a celebrity TV personality.
on Feb 12
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Nepal Wants Green Hydrogen. But Does It Need It?
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Green hydrogen is being hailed as a new opportunity for Nepal to join the global energy transition. But the country’s priority should be electrification.
on Feb 7
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Thailand Cuts Electricity to Scam Sanctuaries Across Myanmar Border
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The measures were announced on the eve of PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s state visit to China, during which she is set to discuss anti-scam efforts with Xi Jinping.
on Feb 5
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In Freezing Foreign Aid, the US Leaves People to Die – and Allows China to Come to the Rescue
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In the Pacific, the Biden administration made a real effort to increase U.S. presence, opening embassies and announcing USAID programs. All of this has now been squandered.
on Feb 5
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Beyond the Canal: The Real Risk of China’s Engagement in Panama
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China’s combination of presence, influence, and compromising relationships within Panama’s elite gives it numerous opportunities to exploit. The solution is transparency and good governance.
on Feb 5
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What Is Iran Doing With 1000 Tons of Sodium Perchlorate From China?
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The shipment of Chinese sodium perchlorate indicates a rapid rebuilding of Iran’s missile industry since Israeli strikes in October – with Beijing’s help.
on Feb 4
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Long and Winding Road to Restoring Trust in China-India Relations
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The statements issued by the two sides after the recent meeting in Beijing revealed subtle differences, which does not bode well.
on Feb 3
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With Foreign Aid Freeze and Immigration Restrictions, US Leaves Afghan Allies in the Cold
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Trump’s executive orders on aid and immigration have effectively frozen the Afghan SIV program, stranding thousands of Afghans in the process of coming to the United States.
on Jan 29
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What Japan’s Late PM Abe Shinzo Thought of Trump’s ‘True Nature’
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Comments from Abe Shinzo and his widow Abe Akie suggest that they saw cowardice lurking behind Trump’s bravado.
on Jan 29
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The State of the South China Sea: Coercion at Sea, Slow Progress on a Code of Conduct
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Major developments in the South China Sea in 2024 do not augur well for 2025.
on Jan 29
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The Rise and Fall of Americans’ China Dreams
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The arc of one English teaching program in Shenzhen reflects broader trends that have eaten away at Americans’ interest in working and studying in China.
on Jan 28
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Will Casualties in Ukraine Lead to Change in North Korea?
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The unprecedented loss of life in a foreign conflict means that the war in Ukraine could be the Kim regime’s most significant test since the 1990s famine.
on Jan 23
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We can expect China to test the resilience of the Taiwan-U.S. partnership under Trump with more gray-zone operations.
on Jan 22