What’s Behind Australia’s New $42 Million in Assistance to Ukraine?
Canberra’s desire to learn from Kyiv is a sign of enormous respect and its pledge to ongoing support an expression of Australia's support for the Ukrainian cause.
Pomp over progress as Trump rolls out red carpet for China’s president Xi Jinping
While the US president hailed the visit as ‘great’, almost nothing of substance was achieved, which was a win for XiKey takeaways from the Trump-Xi summit in WashingtonIf the Beij…
Pakistan’s Punitive Gamble in Afghanistan: An Open War With No End in Sight
The Afghan Taliban have little incentive to accede to Islamabad’s demands.
The Promises the Afghanistan War Left Behind
Five years after the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, the relationships built over 20 years of war still matter.
55,000 fans and nowhere to hide: what it’s like to play in basketball’s biggest arena
The sprawling Philippine Arena hosts games in a country of fanatical basketball fans. Jamie Malonzo was lucky enough to play there in a Game 7Jamie Malonzo got there early, one of…
Thailand’s Independent Institutions Have Lost All Credibility
The institutions created by the “People’s Constitution” of 1997 have become tools of the country's political and economic elite.
Vietnam, Canada Announce Establishment of Strategic Partnership
As middle powers reliant on international order that is in a state of disarray, Hanoi and Ottawa believe they have a lot to gain from deeper collaboration.
British rapper Yung Filly to face rape retrial in Australia next June
Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos was cleared of several sexual offences in July but a jury was undecided on three rape charges.
Xi got Trump's red carpet welcome - but not everything he wanted
China wanted progress on trade, technology and Taiwan - but hasn't got as much as it would have hoped for.
Why Trump gave Xi an ornate bald eagle statue at the state dinner
From redwood benches to DVDs, gifts are an important part of the art of diplomacy.
Bangladesh’s Youth-led NCP Struggles for an Independent Identity in Jamaat’s Shadow
As part of a Jamaat-led alliance, the NCP secured a place in parliament. However, it needs to prove it is an independent force.
What Lies Behind the Rise in Anti-Israel Sentiment in Thailand?
Nationalist rabble-rousers have accused Israelis of trying to seize Thai territory, and Israeli tourists of misbehaving or disrespecting the country's culture.
Cambodian Authorities Investigating Scamming Sites Linked to Sanctioned Tycoons, Senior Official Says
Phnom Penh is trying to address criticisms that the current anti-scam campaign is more about reputation management than full accountability.
From Nagaland to a path to the Oscars: Indian film brings a rarely seen world to global cinema
After a major win at Toronto, Angh, a film from northeastern India, is now on a path towards the Oscars.
Can a Network of Miniature Sponge Cities Help Central Asia Curb Climate Change?
In lieu of decisive regulatory action and funding, much of the work of adapting to new climate realities falls on individual gardeners and cooperatives.
Four civilians killed in Pakistani strikes in Afghanistan, Taliban says
Pakistan says it struck 10 targets, adding the strikes were "strictly limited to identified military objectives".
Trump swoons over strongman soulmate Xi – are you feeling jealous, Vladimir?
Deference was deafening as US president rolled out red carpet for world’s biggest jailer of journalists – perhaps he was seeking tipsOne is an authoritarian who represses the medi…
At Trump meeting, Xi Jingping lays out terms to avoid US-China military conflict
Chinese president’s proposals for lessening tensions come amid period of intense competition between the two countries over AI and tradeUS politics live – latest updatesXi Jingpin…
Rick Wakeman performs piano concert to 150 rescued moon bears in Vietnam
Former Yes musician plays at sanctuary to raise awareness of animals that remain stuck in cages at ‘bile farms’ Rick Wakeman has played to all kinds of people around the globe, bu…
The Story of Bhutan’s UN Membership
55 years ago, Bhutan joined the United Nations – with a rare show of support from bitter rivals.
Who Is Indigenous? The Politics of Tribal Identity Terminology in India and Bangladesh
Tribal people in South Asia prefer being called adivasi or original inhabitants, but nationalist forces in India and Bangladesh oppose it for different reasons.
Full moons, mooncakes and lanterns in every colour: the mid-autumn festival – in pictures
The mid-autumn festival, also known as the moon festival, is a celebration of harvest and family in Chinese culture – a time to gather with relatives and friends under a full moon…
India’s Semiconductor Journey: Old Designer, New Producer
India already has the design talent; what it needs is to turn this talent into Indian-owned companies, and to build the supplier base its fabs lack.
Constitutional Reform as the Lee Jae-myung Administration’s Political Watershed
South Koreans have long discussed changing the way the presidency is set up. Should it – and can it – happen now?