Politics
How Kashmir’s Young Are Turning Tactics of India’s Gen Z Into Quiet Political Practice
Kashmir’s young are adapting India’s Gen Z strategies—digital culture, art and legal routes—to sustain political engagement under constrained governance.
Politics
What Russia’s New Envoy to North Korea Signals About Bilateral Ties
Andrei Podelyshev’s posting to Pyongyang is a diplomatic signal — analysts will watch for changes in political, economic and security engagement.
Politics
Southeast Asia’s Shipbuilding Moment: Balancing Opportunity and Risk
Southeast Asia's shipbuilding sector sees new opportunities from trade and energy but confronts competition, supply risks and regulatory challenges.
Politics
South Korea Broadens Family Support as Civil Partnership Bill Waits
Seoul's family ministry proposes a record budget to aid diverse household forms while a civil partnership bill remains under review.
Politics
Mongolia’s Big Bets: Data Hubs, a Sovereign Fund and Hydropower — Will They Deliver?
Mongolia pursues data centres, a sovereign fund and hydropower to diversify its economy; implementation, funding and oversight will determine impact.
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Tokyo Watches Closely as US-China Summit Tests Alliance Alignment
Japan monitors the Trump-Xi summit closely, seeking consistent US posture on economic and security challenges posed by China.
Politics
Measuring Momentum: Why AUKUS Pillar II Remains Hard to Gauge
Pillar II of AUKUS shows activity but lacks shared benchmarks, complicating oversight, industry planning and allied signalling.
Politics
China’s Chang’e 7 Postponement Raises Questions About Lunar Timetable
China postponed the Chang'e 7 mission without a new date, prompting concerns about technical and schedule setbacks for its lunar program.