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Totalitarianism in China: Resurrected and Rejuvenated by Reform 

TheDiplomat - Wed, 03/12/2025 - 14:37
Amid the political and economic changes of the early 2000s, it seemed unthinkable that China would revert back to Mao-era repression. But's that's exactly what happened.

One Year After Martial Law Debacle, South Korea’s New President Vows to Complete ‘Light Revolution’

TheDiplomat - Wed, 03/12/2025 - 14:11
In a special address, Lee Jae-myung expressed gratitude toward the citizens for their defense of Korean democracy.

Beyond Security Screening: What the National Guard Shooting Reveals About Afghan Resettlement

TheDiplomat - Wed, 03/12/2025 - 14:11
This incident is a reminder that individual acts of violence cannot be understood, or prevented, through security measures alone.

What Is the Filibuster Good For?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 03/12/2025 - 06:01
A term originally used to describe pirates is now synonymous with U.S. congressional dysfunction.

The India Trump Made

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 03/12/2025 - 06:00
How American bullying is shaping Indian foreign policy.

Foreign Aid With Chinese Characteristics

Foreign Affairs - Wed, 03/12/2025 - 06:00
Where Beijing is—and isn’t—seeking influence.

Corruption Allegations and Family Drama Hound Philippine President Marcos

TheDiplomat - Wed, 03/12/2025 - 00:03
Despite the corruption allegations against him, Marcos has so far survived the crisis, but his presidency has been weakened.

Republicans Criticize Hegseth for Deadly Caribbean Double Strike

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 23:50
Bipartisan lawmakers are demanding congressional probes into the defense secretary’s handling of a deadly boat strike.

Deadly Fire Highlights Hong Kong’s Predicament

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 23:20
The tragedy confirmed to many locals that the city’s freedoms have vanished.

Trump’s Favorite Role? Foreign-Policy Czar.

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 23:03
In diplomacy, the U.S. president always seems to follow his own transactional view of human affairs.

Putin’s Threats Against Europe Undermine Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 23:03
Moscow remains opposed to surrendering its territorial ambitions.

Putin Meets With Witkoff, Kushner to Discuss Ukraine Peace Plan

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 23:03
Moscow remains opposed to surrendering its territorial ambitions.

Tajikistan Launches National Messenger ORIZ Amid Surveillance Concerns

TheDiplomat - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 20:17
The government's push for "digital sovereignty" follows similar efforts in Russia and Kazakhstan, raising fears about expanded state monitoring in a country with a dismal human rights record.

The Minerals That Drive Trump’s Global Agenda

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 19:55
From Canada to Pakistan, an interest in critical minerals is a through line in the White House’s foreign policy.

Trump’s Venezuela Fixation Is Not About the Oil

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 19:22
There are lots of reasons why the Trump administration is angling for regime change in Caracas, but heavy oil isn’t one of them.

Cette étrange contorsion de l'économie chinoise

Le Monde Diplomatique - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 19:11
En dépit des résultats insolents affichés par les fleurons chinois, un phénomène menacerait de déséquilibrer tout le système économique : l'« involution ». Le terme désigne une forme de concurrence effrénée, génératrice d'innovation, mais délétère, avec des effets négatifs sur les affaires comme (…) / , ,

South Korea’s Fractured Democracy: One Year After Martial Law

TheDiplomat - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 19:08
The country’s political polarization has metastasized. What can be done? 

ADB’s Emphasis on Critical Minerals Sparks Fear in Philippines

TheDiplomat - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 17:36
The ADB’s new program fits right into the Philippine government’s plans for transition mining – to the detriment of Indigenous communities.

Can Pakistan Adapt to Climate Disaster?

Foreign Policy - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 17:33
Three years ago, the country became a poster child for climate justice. Now, it faces a steep learning curve to secure the funding it needs.

5 Chinese Workers Killed in 2 Attacks in Tajikistan Along Afghan Border

TheDiplomat - Tue, 02/12/2025 - 17:15
In one of the attacks, a drone was reportedly used to drop grenades on Chinese workers.

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