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Fri, 01/05/2026 - 11:47
Industry leaders describe a war for talent.
Fri, 01/05/2026 - 07:59
It's clear what the United States is getting out of its new critical minerals initiative, but less obvious how Manila stands to gain from it.
Fri, 01/05/2026 - 05:54
After World War II, Burma helped design a federal constitution for Ethiopia and Eritrea, while fighting a civil war with ethnic minorities demanding the same at home.
Fri, 01/05/2026 - 05:18
While traditional firearms are currently a more pressing problem, seizures of 3DPFs are on the rise, with worrying implications for the region.
Fri, 01/05/2026 - 04:59
The Phnom Penh Appeals Court upheld Kem Sokha's 27-year house arrest sentence, while imposing a further five-year travel ban.
Fri, 01/05/2026 - 02:33
The announcement is part of a concerted PR push currently being undertaken by the new "civilian" government in Naypyidaw.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 21:06
For over 30 years, the Philippines has tried – and struggled – to bolster its defense capabilities. What went wrong?
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 16:54
Tashiev has not yet been detained, but has reportedly been instructed not to leave town.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 16:21
Almost two years after Bangladesh's July uprising, its foot soldiers are learning what it means when a revolution eats its own.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 16:19
The current unilateral approach may secure minerals in the short term, but it will erode the Pacific partnerships and deterrence architecture the United States needs for long-term security.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 15:19
As its presence becomes more normal, China’s aggressive and illegal behavior will attract less opposition.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 15:15
With its latest missile tests, the Pakistan Navy is operationalizing an A2/AD naval strategy that prioritizes precision strike capabilities.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 14:26
Officially, China's economy is on the rise yet again. But there are other sources of data to consider.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 14:21
EU countries are becoming increasingly attractive destinations for Uzbek migrants, driven by higher wages, stronger labor protections, and adherence to international labor standards.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 14:12
Stopping in Japan, South Korea, and China, Foreign Minister Penny Wong met with three of Australia’s four largest trading partners.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 06:58
A REDD+ project in the country's northeast aims to conserve forest and reduce carbon emissions, but many local residents say they know little about it and never gave their consent.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 06:37
The decision could pave the way for the 76-year-old's return to politics, but the future of his Pheu Thai Party is uncertain following a poor return at this year's general election.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 03:45
Washington has finally woken up to the scale of the challenge, but there is a lot more it can do to punish perpetrators and support victims.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 03:22
This year is set to witness a flowering of relations between Bangkok and Beijing – but Thai strategists remain both ambivalent and wary.
Thu, 30/04/2026 - 03:07
Plaintiffs argued that Facebook helped spread hate speech that “amounted to a substantial cause, and eventual perpetuation of, the Rohingya genocide.”
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