India-hosted BRICS Summit Steers Clear of Contentious Moves
The Delhi Declaration made no mention of de-dollarization. But it did back trade in national currencies.
Fighters Without Borders: Mercenaries, Adventurers, and Volunteers in Myanmar’s Civil War
The country's civil wars have long attracted foreign nationals seeking adventure or driven by a mission. Are Russians the latest to join the fight?
Indonesia Replaces Finance Minister Amid Growing Investor Skepticism
The appointment of Suahasil Nazara, who has served as deputy finance minister since 2019, is intended to calm investors worried about Jakarta's fiscal profligacy.
It’s a superfood but natto as we know it. Japan’s slimy fermented beans are coming your way
Comprised of smelly soya beans held together by strands of mucus, the ancient dish is appearing in health food shops across the worldIt is smelly, slimy and contains bacteria – an…
Why cash continues to thrive even as India's digital payments grow
Digital payments are booming, yet cash remains deeply embedded in the economy in India, central bank data shows.
Why Some of Southeast Asia’s Digital Banks are Starting to Scale
Can these institutions threaten the entrenched conventional mega-banks that dominate the region’s financial landscape?
China Postponed Its Chang’e 7 Lunar Mission. What Does That Mean for Its Space Program?
The lack of explanation – or a new launch date – suggests critical challenges, not just bad weather.
North Korea Confirms September 12 Missile Launch Was Joint Firepower Drill
The exercise came a day after trilateral Freedom Edge drills ended and as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to seek a new summit with Kim Jong Un.
Asia’s Democracy Is Being Rewired: An Early Warning for Global Democracy
The emerging contest in the region is between open political systems and “managed” political systems – where citizens are manipulated instead of simply repressed.
What’s Behind One Nation’s Attacks on Andrew Hastie?
In its relentless attacks on Liberal Party MP, the One Nation party’s contempt for the rule of law is on full display.
South Korea and Arctic Shipping: A Game Changer on Thin Ice?
South Korea is clearly ambitious about seizing potential economic and strategic opportunities from Arctic shipping. But the Arctic is also a geopolitical minefield.
Japan’s Failed Centrist Experiment
The CDP-Komeito alliance is breaking apart. But a return to resistance-oriented politics may not be the answer for Japan's opposition.
‘Small-Yurt Diplomacy’ Prevails at Kyrgyzstan’s World Nomad Games
This year, as Kyrgyzstan was busy showcasing its culture to the world, foreign countries were competing for the attention of locals.
5 Years Later, Where Does AUKUS Stand?
Over the last five years, as AUKUS has taken shape, the dynamics behind regional security have continued to evolve.
India Drops Terror Charges Against Seven Recently Arrested Foreign Nationals
An American and six Ukrainians were arrested under the UAPA in March. They have now been charged under the less stringent Immigration and Foreigners Act instead.
China criticises idea it is in 'malicious competition' over AI
It follows the Anthropic CEO's calls for a slowdown in AI development - but in a way that prevents China from pulling ahead in the race.
Malaysian boy acquitted for murder of schoolgirl on grounds of insanity
The killing of the 16-year-old nearly a year ago had shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about social media.
Indonesian police investigate deaths of Australian man and two children in Bali as suspected murder-suicide
Police in Bali believe the two young children died as a result of violence, while a 57-year-old man is believed to have taken his own life Indonesian police are investigating the …
Bali police investigate after Australian man and children found dead in home
Police were called after the man's wife became concerned and asked neighbours to check on her family.
Hyrox athlete sparks debate for continuing race after soiling herself
Some have raised concerns around hygiene while others saluted her resolve to finish the race.
Police say it could take months to identify Philippine ferry fire victims
At least 76 people died in the fire, with authorities saying that the shortest it could take to identify victims would be "weeks".
A Matter of Trust: Google, Artificial Intelligence, and the Public Sphere
Bertha Chan explains how Google seeks to mitigate risk while pushing forward the frontiers of AI.
How a Hindu Sect’s Anti-women Diktat Triggered a Strike at the Eiffel Tower
BAPS, a sect close to India’s ruling BJP, asked for women staff to be kept away from the iconic tourist site when its monks visited.
The Dynamics of Dependence Beyond Thailand’s Immediate Neighborhood
The past year has seen considerable steps forward in the country's relationships with Singapore and Indonesia.