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Lee’s First Visit to Beijing: A Nuanced Restoration of China-South Korea Ties

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 15:21
Seoul and Beijing are back on track in reviving their bilateral ties, while conveying their own messages on the North Korea and Taiwan issues.

How Social Media Transparency Strengthens Geopolitical Stability in East Asia

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 14:52
The simple step of displaying geographic locators has pulled back the curtain on foreign disinformation operations in Japan and Taiwan.

Why Beijing Won’t Be Emboldened by the ‘Venezuela Precedent’

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 14:28
China’s coercion threshold is set by its own internal logic – not by external “precedents.”

Why Strengthening RFA Is a Strategic Imperative for US Policy on North Korea

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 14:16
Expanding access to independent information is essential for U.S. security interests, human rights objectives, and long-term regional stability. 

An Alliance of Political Newcomers Seeks to End Old Parties’ Monopoly in Nepal

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 07:53
A popular mayor, a former TV star and an ex-chief of Nepal’s electricity board have joined hands to fight the old guard in the upcoming elections.

What Silicon Valley Gets Wrong About National Security

Foreign Affairs - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 06:00
Defense tech innovation requires government intervention.

The War That Outgrew Sudan

Foreign Affairs - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 06:00
Middle East rivalries are turning a local war into a regional crisis..

Indonesia’s Tin Mining Crackdown Brings Order, Consolidates Power

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 05:24
Seized assets are being placed under the control of a state-owned giant at the heart of a sprawling corruption scheme.

Why Are Pakistan’s Powerful Generals Panicking Over an Op-ed Article?

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 05:11
In a climate of economic and political uncertainty, even a single article in a newspaper with a modest circulation is now viewed as a potential spark for mass unrest.

Myanmar Junta Readies Second Phase of Controversial General Election

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 04:53
One hundred more townships will go to the polls on Sunday in an election that has been roundly condemned as a "sham."

Thailand’s Economy Set For Tough Year in 2026, Central Bank Says

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 03:04
The current stagnation contrasts with the dynamic state of the Vietnamese economy, which is on track to leapfrog Thailand as soon as this year.

Cambodia’s Prince Bank Founder Deported to China For Alleged Cyber Crimes

TheDiplomat - Thu, 08/01/2026 - 02:48
Chen Zhi’s extradition follows U.S. federal indictment and the capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro.

South Korea’s Nuclear Latency May Be Washington’s Least Bad Option

Foreign Policy - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 23:37
With U.S. extended deterrence under strain, managing Seoul’s nuclear hedging may be safer than trying to stop it.

To Seize or Not to Seize Greenland

Foreign Policy - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 23:35
The Trump administration issues mixed messaging on whether it will use U.S. military force to annex Greenland.

Venezuela’s Military Won’t Surrender Its Privileges Easily

Foreign Policy - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 22:58
Problems with the armed forces pre-date Maduro and even Chávez.

India-Bangladesh Tensions Reach a Fever Pitch

Foreign Policy - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 22:30
Cricket drama underscores the depth of the crisis, but Dhaka’s upcoming election offers a shot at a reset.

Is Anwar’s Two-Term Limit for PMs a Good Idea?

TheDiplomat - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 21:56
Despite the superficial appeal of the Malaysian leader's proposal, term limits aren’t really the political cure that they purport to be.

Violence in Northern Afghanistan Pits Locals Against Gold Mining Operators and the Taliban

TheDiplomat - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 20:17
At least four were killed in a recent outbreak of violence between locals and a gold mining company allegedly backed by the Taliban.

Will South Sudan Get Dragged Into Sudan’s Civil War?

Foreign Policy - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 20:04
Tensions rise after the Sudanese military captures South Sudanese nationals in battle.

Democrats Scathing, Republicans Exultant Over Maduro Capture

Foreign Policy - Wed, 07/01/2026 - 18:43
The polarized response to the Venezuela military operation shows how deeply divided Congress is on Trump’s foreign policies.

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