The Domestic Politics Behind Inter-Korean Relations
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Behind the government’s narrative of new stability and prosperity lies suppressed, collective anger.
The diplomatic relationship between the Solomon Islands and China has had profound and far-reaching effects on the country’s development, economy, and political landscape.
As Myanmar’s military regime faces setback after setback, will China rethink its approach to the conflict next door?
Cheng Pei Ming’s testimony offered a rare and disturbing glimpse into the horrors faced by prisoners of conscience in China, particularly practitioners of Falun Gong.
The current relationship between China and Germany has developed against the backdrop of a darker history.
As economic interdependence collides with security concerns, China and Japan must decide between the paths of rivalry or coexistence.
“Close relations with the U.S., friendly relations with Japan, and peaceful relations with China” is a mantra crafted and adapted to align with public opinion in Taiwan.
Okinawans demand accountability as anti-U.S. base sentiment surges following a spate of sexual assaults by U.S. military personnel.
The opposition Democratic Party is surprisingly open to some major tax cuts.
The act of sending waste-filled balloons is not just a symbolic gesture; it is a reminder of North Korea’s capacity for unconventional and asymmetric warfare.
Does an aging population affect economic policy, and by extension, undermine trust in the democratic political system?
What progress has been made on implementing the summit’s outcomes, and what are the implications for future trilateral cooperation?
The political neutrality of the Indian bureaucracy has been severely compromised.
The growth of the IT sector is now under threat and that could tarnish the country's reputation as a hub for digital entrepreneurship.
Anti-India sentiment is running high in Bangladesh and New Delhi will need to build public goodwill.
A lack of justice following Sri Lanka’s Civil War has compounded the economic crisis in the North-East.
Three years after the Taliban’s return to power, Afghanistan seems condemned to a bleak future – but inside the country, girls still dream of better times.
The country’s police force, weaponized by the autocratic Awami League government, is now desperate to regain public trust.
After helping foster a nickel boom, the question now is whether or not the incoming administration can manage the economic and geopolitical consequences.
Last year, Cambodia’s Prime Minister Hun Sen handed power to his eldest son Hun Manet. One year on, it is clear that he remains the country’s most powerful man.
The biggest challenge facing the young leader is the perception that she will serve as a mere proxy for her father Thaksin Shinawatra.
An analysis of the Philippines’ recent resupply mission to Second Thomas Shoal suggests that the understanding can, in fact, satisfy both sides’ red lines.
SEATO’s history remains significant even 70 years after its formation and nearly 50 years since its demise.
In an era of populism suffused with anti-corruption narratives, ostentatious behavior is a fatal embarrassment.
The sixth consultative meeting of the Central Asian leaders concluded without a major breakthrough, but recent Kazakh-Uzbek bilateral agreements could be the key to deepening cooperation in the region.
Amid a recent visit by Uzbekistan’s prime ministers, the two sides signed $2.5 billion in trade and investment deals.
Sports diplomacy gets a boost as Kazakhstan amps up to host the 5th World Nomad Games in September.
Officials on both sides say they’ve agreed to 94 percent of the border and hope for an agreement soon.
Canberra has invested heavily in making Australia a sporting powerhouse. At the Paris Olympics, Australia ranked fourth in overall medals – despite one cringeworthy performance.
In anticipation of post-Biden uncertainties, Australia and South Korea are looking to further consolidate their burgeoning ties.
Australia has redefined what it calls its “immediate region,” but its Indian Ocean capabilities are lean.
New Zealand’s prime minister reaffirmed a “foreign policy reset” that involves pursuing closer defense cooperation with Australia.
Both leaders decided to step down for the good of their parties, demonstrating to the world the power of the popular voice.
Trump’s unconventional diplomatic style could break deadlocks, but his unpredictable approach and possible sidelining of South Korea’s strategic interests risks destabilizing the region, too.
The former prime minister’s strained relationship with the U.S. has fed into unsourced claims that Washington was behind her ouster.
After Kishida, Japan’s next prime minister will face three major challenges in the field of foreign policy and security.
Technological advancements have made deep-sea mining a viable option, creating new opportunities for countries with ambitions to control their mineral supply chains.
From new mega-constellations of satellites to its successful lunar missions, China’s emphasis on its space program is paying strategic dividends.
Given South Korea’s heavy reliance on the U.S. military presence for its own security, the reconstitution of USFJ may necessitate a reassessment of Seoul’s strategic posture and defense planning.
China has long been derided for a perceived lack of soft power. A smash video game hit belies that narrative.
Taliban policies toward higher education are not just about separating men and women, but about remaking Afghan society.
China’s military veterans have organized a long line of protests against low pensions and corruption. Will the latest changes finally assuage their complaints?