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Why a Bangladesh-India Deal Over the Teesta’s Waters is Imperative

Thu, 30/07/2026 - 08:36
China can help Dhaka dredge the riverbed, but it cannot fill the Teesta river if upstream flows into Bangladesh remain low.

Kazakh President Tokayev’s ‘Humble’ Query for Peace

Thu, 30/07/2026 - 08:14
As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine starts to take a financial toll on Kazakhstan, Tokayev puts forward a rare call for negotiations.

When India’s Youth Tested the Limits of Centralized Governance

Thu, 30/07/2026 - 07:47
Youth protests across India transformed digital dissent into accountability, compelling unprecedented political concessions and democratic institutional reflection.

How the US Can Counter China’s Emerging Tech Trap

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 18:27
Welcome to the world of AI diplomacy.

Why China’s Internet Is Talking About ‘Korean Women’

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 17:23
The term Hannü is not really about Korean women at all. It’s a stand-in for sentiments Chinese women long to express.

Australia Must Rethink Leadership in the Trump Era – Starting With Climate

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 16:37
“Climate disruption is the most significant strategic threat Australia faces,” writes a former Australian Defense Force chief. ”This is a moment for clear-eyed reckoning.”

China Moves to Lock in a New Edge on Taiwan Before the Next Trump-Xi Summit

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 16:19
The China Coast Guard has apparently established a regular presence in the waters east of Taiwan, asserting Beijing’s jurisdictional claim.

From Hanoi to Manila: Japan’s Updated ‘Free and Open Indo-Pacific’ Takes Shape

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 14:25
Tokyo's Manila diplomacy linked ASEAN security cooperation to a wider Indo-Pacific network stretching to the Pacific Islands.

Who is Responsible for the June 20 Police Brutalities in New Delhi?

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 14:21
Delhi Police and the Rapid Action Force, which unleashed the violence on student protesters, fall under the direct jurisdiction of Home Minister Amit Shah.

Tokayev Urges Russia to ‘Freeze’ Ukraine Conflict While Embracing ‘Allied Relationship’

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 11:48
Tokayev's call for peace talks came alongside remarks on Kazakhstan's enduring strategic cooperation and alliance with Russia.

Alleged Cambodia Scam Kingpin Chen Zhi Could Face the Death Penalty in China

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 10:05
Myanmar follows Beijing's lead in amending anti-scam laws as crime syndicates shift operations.

Indonesia Eyes Closer Relations With Madagascar

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 09:54
A recent bilateral exchange hinted that Jakarta is taking a greater interest in its Austronesian cousin on the other side of the Indian Ocean.

How Indonesia and Singapore Handle Information Pressure

Wed, 29/07/2026 - 08:43
From election debates to AI‑manipulated content, audiences in both countries rely on legacy media for credibility while increasingly consuming politics through fast, visual, and creator‑driven formats.

Christianity in China: Testing Religious Freedom

Tue, 28/07/2026 - 19:41
Insights from Paul H. B. Chang.

A New – and Old – China Human Rights Agenda at the United Nations

Tue, 28/07/2026 - 19:04
Why did China support the re-election of Volker Turk as U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights?

The Cockroach Uprising: How the CJP Protest Exposed India’s Broken Institutions

Tue, 28/07/2026 - 18:11
Journalist and author Snigdhendu Bhattacharya joins host Tushar Shetty to examine what the Cockroach Janata Party protests reveal about the erosion of India's democratic institutions.

The Quad and ASEAN’s First Step Off The Fence

Tue, 28/07/2026 - 17:45
For the first time, the Quad issued a dedicated joint statement on cooperation with ASEAN.

Why Did China Sanction 2 High-Tech Institutions in Poland?

Tue, 28/07/2026 - 17:07
Beijing has offered no explanation for why these particular Polish entities were selected, but several recent developments are worth noting.

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