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The Sexual Revolution Behind China’s Demographic Crisis
The “one-child policy” didn’t just artificially limit births; it dramatically reshaped the way Chinese society – particularly women – thinks about sex.
Welcome to World War III
The Western-led “rules-based order” is fraying, but nothing seems to be emerging that might replace it.
Why Indians Want Modi Again: Understanding the BJP’s Popularity
The BJP’s vision for India is more in sync with what most Indians want – an India that is a military and economic power that they can be proud of.
Magazine
A Brief Genealogy of Philippine Claims in the South China Sea
Despite being repeatedly let down by its sole treaty ally, the Philippines has persisted in preserving its territorial claims and sovereign rights in the hotly-contested body of water.
The Sewol Ferry Disaster, 10 Years Later
Despite two changes in the South Korean presidency, bereaved families say their questions remain unanswered.
How Will the Next US President Tackle the China Economic Challenge?
While there are important similarities between the Biden and Trump approaches toward China, there are also stark and meaningful differences.
Sandeep Shastri: Setting the Scene for India’s Elections
Is India becoming an “election-only democracy”?
Blogs
China Power
A New World Order
Xi Jinping to Visit Europe for First Time in 5 Years
The world – and China-EU relations in particular – look quite different today than they did in 2024.
New Chief in Town: Can Wu Qing Halt the Decline of China’s Stock Market?
As US Tech Firms Bow to China’s Censorship, Chinese Users Risk Everything to Defy It
Chinese Analysts See Little Gain From Blinken’s Visit
Flashpoints
Diplomacy by Other Means
For Russia, US Aid to Taiwan Is More Concerning Than $61 Billion to Ukraine
Moscow sees the latest round of military aid to Ukraine as a tactical inconvenience but not a strategic danger. The $8 billion for the Indo-Pacific is the real gamechanger.
China’s Military-Civil Fusion Space Program
Why the Japan-US WMD in Space Resolution Was Critical
Pursuing Rapprochement Between China, Japan, and South Korea
Asia Defense
Militaries of the Asia-Pacific
Is the US Finally Taking China’s NFU Seriously?
The U.S. is open to considering a proposal by China that nuclear weapons states negotiate a treaty on the no-first use (NFU) of nuclear weapons.
Taiwan Revives Civilian Leadership of Defense
France, Philippines to Begin Negotiating Reciprocal Access Agreement
Indo-Pacific Deployment 2024 Highlights Japan’s Naval Diplomacy
ASEAN Beat
Insights Into Half a Billion
Philippine Students Told to Stay Home as Southeast Asia Copes With a Sweltering Heat Wave
The Philippines is among the nations worst affected by the sweltering weather in Southeast Asia.
Philippines Denies Chinese Claim About South China Sea ‘Agreement’
Thai Foreign Minister Steps Down, Leaving Myanmar Policy in Limbo
Head of Vietnam’s Parliament Resigns Amid Corruption Probe
The Pulse
Perspectives on South Asia
India Can Do More to Protect Workers in War Zones
Ironclad regulations for migrants in conflict zones are preferable to the current piecemeal approach.
Meeting the Climate Crisis in Afghanistan
Why Bangladesh’s Kuki National Front is Cause for Concern
Maldivian President Mohammad Muizzu Consolidates Control
The Koreas
Divided Peninsula
South Korea’s Opposition Leader Urges President Yoon to Allow Special Investigations
After the opposition’s landslide victory in legislative polls, Yoon held his first meeting with Democratic Party leader Lee Jae-myung since taking office.
North Korea Sends Workers to Russia-Occupied Territory in Eastern Ukraine
When China Banned Korean Boy Bands
India-South Korea-US Trilateral Technology Cooperation
Tokyo Report
News From Japan
Japan’s AI Diplomacy
In order to take a global leadership role in AI regulations and innovation, the Kishida administration must formulate its own legal framework at home.
Japan and North Korea Need to Start a New Chapter
Japan’s ‘Grave Concern’ Over New Hong Kong Legislation
How Likely Is a Japan-North Korea Summit?
The Debate
Comment and Opinion
Why the SDGs Should Be Revised to Meet the Needs of Indigenous Peoples
Indigenous people have unique needs and backgrounds that are overlooked by the 17 targets outlined by the United Nations.
Asia-Pacific States Must Divorce Their Industry Friends for a Strong Global Plastics Treaty
Taiwan Is Indispensable in Preparing for Future Pandemics
Welcome to World War III
Crossroads Asia
The New Silk Road
What Does Putin’s Re-election Mean for Mongolia-Russia Relations?
Since Mongolia's democratization, ties with Russia have followed a steady course, no matter who is in office.
Sino-Kyrgyz Relations: A (Very) One-sided Relationship
Mongolian Parliament Passes Legislation to Establish Sovereign Wealth Fund
TikTok’s Rocky Road in Central Asia
Trans-Pacific View
U.S. Policy on Asia
A Blueprint for a Functional China-US Working Group on AI
Provided the United States and China can focus on practical considerations, the promised working group could be a significant source of stability.
Does a New Book on the China Threat Preview a Second Trump Presidency?
As Blinken Heads to China, What’s on the Agenda?
Leadership Shift in the House China Select Committee Could Cripple Congress’ Anti-China Momentum
Pacific Money
Economy And Business
How the Indonesia Investment Authority Built Its Portfolio in 2023
Three years after its establishment, the purpose of the state-run investment fund is starting to come into focus.
US and Europe: 2 Different Approaches to Restricting Chinese EVs
Apple Considering Opening a Factory in Indonesia, CEO Says
Beyond Tariffs: Overcapacity Ignites Fresh Tensions in China-US Trade Relations
Oceania
The South Pacific
Sogavare Stands Down as Dust Settles From Solomon Islands Election
The four-time prime minister says he won’t contest for the top office, with the election results repudiating in part the geopolitical direction he’s led the Solomon islands.
Violence Against Women Is a Wicked, and Urgent, Problem for Australia
China, Fiji and the Fentanyl Scourge
Strengthening Australia’s Engagement in the Indian Ocean
Videos
Asia on Video
The Danger of China’s Digital Silk Road
Michael Caster discusses the link between China's digital investments abroad and digital repression.
What Will China’s Shift From Oil Mean for Saudi Arabia and Russia?
Why Did the Islamic State Target Russia?
Is China Committing Environmental Crimes in the South China Sea?
Podcasts
Asia Geopolitics
Photo Essays
Asia in Pictures
Life Along the Thai-Myanmar Frontier
The border town of Myawaddy has now fallen and ethnic rebels want negotiations with the Thai government.