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Rare Earths Roil China-EU Relations

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 13:54
Despite a recent de-escalation, China-EU relations are far from normal.

Australia’s Shock Defense Wake-up Call

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 10:27
‘Down under’ isn’t that far away from trouble.

Landmines and Civilian Shootings Leave Thai-Cambodian Peace Deal in Tatters

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 06:22
Cambodia’s Prince Group denies claims of involvement in online scamming operations, alleges U.S. conspiracy.

Thailand’s King Vajiralongkorn Arrives in Beijing For Historic Visit

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 06:06
The five-day visit is the first by a sitting Thai monarch since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Bangkok and Beijing in 1975.

After the Gen Z Quake, Nepali Congress Fights for its Future

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 05:09
Even though Nepal’s Grand Old Party has strong second-generation leaders ready to take leadership and most of the party wants the same, the old guard is able to cling on.

Does Jakarta School Bombing Herald a New Wave of Terror in Indonesia?

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 01:21
Despite the nation's history of attacks by hardline Islamist outfits, acts of violence by those espousing far-right ideological views are rare.

Malaysian PM Anwar Attempts to Get Thailand-Cambodia Border Deal Back on Track

Fri, 14/11/2025 - 01:13
The ASEAN chair says that the two nations' prime ministers "reaffirmed their commitment to pursuing a peaceful resolution."

Does Malaysia Really Need Two Teachers Per Classroom?

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 22:56
Increase the number of teachers, by all means, but don’t predetermine what they’re going to do.

Vietnam’s Trade Boom Shouldn’t Excuse Its Human Rights Crackdown

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 22:32
There are real opportunities for Vietnam’s trading partners to insist that it honor its obligations under international human rights law. 

Solomon Islands Doesn’t Want to Depend on China. Will the West Give It a Choice?

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 20:12
In the Pacific, infrastructure is influence – but China appears to be alone in recognizing that.

Japan Launches First 2 New Offshore Patrol Vessels for JMSDF

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 19:39
Tokyo is betting on compact, highly maneuverable vessels capable of carrying out missions efficiently with fewer crew members.

Are Indian Classrooms Ready for the AI Leap?

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 18:28
The country's policymakers must cultivate a middle path that enables technological upliftment while acknowledging structural inequalities.

Afghanistan’s Media Under the Taliban: From Free Press to Propaganda Control

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 14:40
As journalists face threats and censorship, the Taliban have learned to use social media to shape stories, attract supporters, and appear legitimate to the world.

South Korea Wakes up to Southeast Asia’s Ballooning Scam Industry

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 13:55
But Seoul is finding out what other governments has discovered: getting concrete results is nearly impossible.

Twin Blasts in South Asia and the Region’s Dangerous Dilemmas

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 07:55
The region increasingly resembles a powder keg — one spark away from catastrophe.

Can Positive Change Happen from Within in Afghanistan Under the Taliban?

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 05:27
Attempts to impose rapid change from outside have repeatedly failed. International actors must not substitute Afghan agency, but enable it.

As COP30 Discusses Climate Action, Indian Capital Sees Pollution Protests

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 05:03
Following protests against severe pollution, India’s main opposition leader upheld “the right to clean air” as “a basic human right.” Will pollution finally become a political issue in India?

Australia and Indonesia to Sign ‘Watershed’ Defense Treaty in January

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 03:28
The agreement marks a high-point in the bilateral relationship, but stops short of marking a significant strategic reorientation on the part of Jakarta.

Thailand-Cambodia Peace Deal on the Brink After Clash in Disputed Border Settlement

Thu, 13/11/2025 - 01:38
The incident, which Cambodia says left one civilian dead, comes two days after a Thai soldier was reportedly injured by a landmine explosion at the border.

South Korea’s Semiconductor Dependence Is Becoming a Structural Economic Risk

Wed, 12/11/2025 - 23:07
Persistent export concentration around memory chips leaves the Korean economy acutely vulnerable to global tech cycles.

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