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Collateral Damage: UN Sanctions on North Korea at Risk in Putin-Trump Dealings
Neither Trump nor Putin has much incentive to address the North Korea issue, but leaving it off the table risks putting the nail in the coffin of the U.N.'s nonproliferation efforts.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:
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Risky Business: Bridging the Insurance Gap in Australia
Australians facing steep insurance premium hikes in a world of disasters are sharing a global problem. The solutions are out there, but they are complex.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Constitutional Court Overturns Impeachment of South Korean Prime Minister
Ahead of the ruling on the South Korean president’s impeachment, the Constitutional Court overturned the impeachment of Han Duck-soo.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:The high, high price of killing USAID
The decision by the Trump administration to order a 90-day pause in Washington’s foreign development and humanitarian aid has not only created a major humanitarian crisis among the recipients; it has also hit the NGO community like a thunderbolt. And it has also highlighted the degree of dependency of the international NGO community on American […] The post The high, high price of killing USAID appeared first on Asia...
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Poster of India’s Yogi Adityanath in Pro-Monarchy Rally Triggers War of Words in Nepal
Adityanath, who is the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, which borders Nepal, is a prominent leader of the BJP.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Duterte falls victim to oligarchic power in the Philippines
When former President Rodrigo Duterte was handed over to the International Criminal Court (ICC) on March 11, 2025, it was more than the culmination of a family drama—it was the latest chapter in the centuries-old story of oligarchic power that has shaped Philippine politics, from even before the Marcos dictatorship to the present day. This […] The post Duterte falls victim to oligarchic power in the Philippines...
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Concept of ‘Greater Mizoram’ Gets a Shot in the Arm From Myanmar’s Spring Revolution
The coming together of areas inhabited by communities in India’s Mizoram and Myanmar’s Chin State has New Delhi’s tacit support. Myanmar’s junta is not amused.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Breaking Decades of Silence, Sri Lanka Revisits the Batalanda Legacy
An interview with a former President that led to public calls for a probe into the Batalanda Commission Report has finally prompted the government to reopen a dark chapter.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Erasing Aurangzeb to Marginalize Muslims: India’s ‘Grave’ Concern
The tomb of the 17th-century Mughal Emperor is in the crosshairs of India’s Hindu nationalists.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:The real US jobs disruptor? America’s own future
US President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs, set to take effect on April 2, mark a renewed push for economic nationalism, targeting steel, aluminum, autos and other imports. The White House frames it as a move toward reciprocal trade, a boost for US manufacturing and the growth of blue-collar jobs. The reality is rising costs for […] The post The real US jobs disruptor? America’s own future appeared first on Asia Times....
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:NewJeans announce hiatus after setback in court battle
The K-pop group, which now call themselves NJZ, announce a pause after debuting a new song.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Man jailed after rape caught on washing machine reflection
Reports say the attack was reflected on a washing machine lid and caught on security footage.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:French Diplomacy Lies Behind Delay in Cambodia Grenade Attack Trial
Two Cambodian generals are on trial in absentia for the bloody 1997 attack, which left at least 16 people dead.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Myanmar Junta Chief to Attend Regional Summit in Bangkok: Report
The trip to Thailand for the 6th BIMSTEC Summit would be Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing's first to an ASEAN member state since 2021.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Can Philippine President Marcos Survive the Wrath of the Dutertes?
The economy may pose a more serious threat than the fulminations of the Mindanao-based political clan.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:US Defense Chief to Visit Philippines Ahead of Joint Military Drills
Manila seems set to remain a priority partner for Washington, despite the Trump administration's radical foreign policy changes.
Published on: March 24, 2025 | Source:Inside the CCP-Funded Travel Groups Looking to Influence Taiwanese
A visit by a group of Taiwanese youths to some obscure historical sites is more than just a travel outing. It is part of a calculated propaganda strategy.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Family of couple held by Taliban fear for their health
Peter and Barbie Reynolds were arrested by the Taliban in February while returning to their home in Bamiyan.
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:MS Dhoni: The 43-year-old Indian cricket icon gears up for another IPL
Dhoni, who turns 44 in July, is playing his 18th straight IPL season. Will this be his swansong?
Published on: March 23, 2025 | Source:Afghan Women, Erased From Public Life, Are Turning to Instagram
The content they share is varied, and often inspiring. It ranges from showcasing their daily lives to sharing inspirational posts and promoting local businesses.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Betting on the Demise of Free Trade? Make Way for the New Players at the Table
While the future of multilateralism in trade remains uncertain, developing Asia is proving that the global trade order is still evolving.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Evolving Missile Technologies in India and Pakistan
New advances in missile technology risk undermining strategic stability in the region – and increasing the odds of conflict.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Amid Trump Tariffs, Where Do China-Mexico Ties Stand?
Mexico’s government is attempting to downplay its relationship with China to avoid Trump’s ire, but ties continue beneath the surface.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:China’s New Economic Coercion Toolkit
Sanctions, export controls and other administrative measures are increasingly crucial in Beijing’s efforts to push back against foreign government actions with asymmetric retaliation.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Getting Out of Afghanistan’s Opium Quagmire
The longevity of the Taliban’s opium ban hinges on a multifaceted approach.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Afghan Schools Reopen for Another Year Without Girls
Afghan women share stories of the toll the education ban is taking – and how they are fighting back.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Culture as Strategy: Why India Must Rethink Its Global Influence
India, despite one of the world’s most diverse cultural ecosystems, has been falling behind in cultural diplomacy.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:In the Face of Oppression, Feminist Resistance in Kazakhstan Persists
Kazakhstan’s feminist activists persist, despite formidable resistance from both the state and anti-feminist groups.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:What India Needs to do to Fix the Foundations of its WASH Sector
It must cover operating costs and capital expenditures through a transparent long-term mix of taxes and user charges.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:The ‘Reverse Kissinger’ Strategy Is Based on Bad History
The idea relies on a historical fallacy: Kissinger didn’t create the Sino-Soviet split. He merely took advantage of it.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Why India Must Stop Ignoring Bangladesh’s Interim Government
India needs to understand the nuanced reality of the ground situation in Bangladesh.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Amid Panama Port Sale, China Demands Patriotism From Its Private Sector
The Chinese government frequently demands that businesses prove their political loyalty – even at the cost of their own financial interests.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:The AI Superpower Rivalry: A Zero-sum Game Between China and the United States?
Reducing the rivalry to a simplistic “who’s winning” frame overlooks its complexity: The future of AI will be defined by multiple specialized and adaptable systems, not a single dominant architecture.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:Gender Apartheid: The Erasure of Afghanistan’s Women and Refugee Populations
Isabelle Lassee of Amnesty International and The Diplomat's Catherine Putz discuss the state of gender apartheid in Afghanistan and the impact of changing U.S. policy in the region.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source:The Disappearance of Voice of America Is a Failure of American Values
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.
Published on: March 21, 2025 | Source: