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Geopolitics

North Korea grows stronger as South Korea reckons with fading US support

South Korea continues push for peace with the north, as Pyongyang’s military strength grows.

August 25, 2026

Geopolitics

India and Pakistan’s 79-year rivalry has made the dangerous move into space

India and Pakistan fought a war in 2025 that was wholly dependent on space technology.

August 8, 2026

Culinary

Colombo Food Markets Guide - Street Food, Dining

Food scenes in Colombo brim with aromatic street stalls, bustling markets, and modern dining spots catering to a wide range of tastes and budgets. Pettah Market…

April 25, 2026

Asia

Street dogs: Why India can’t — and shouldn’t — evict its canines

India’s street dogs — like urban coyotes in Canada — reveal how deeply human and animal worlds are intertwined.

August 23, 2026

Politics

Thailand Builds Stronger Democratic Foundations

Across Thailand, a quiet but meaningful transformation is reshaping the relationship between government institutions and…

Asia

Taiwan's Civic Culture Shapes a New Era of Governance

Across Taiwan, a quiet but consequential transformation is reshaping the relationship between government and the governe…

Culinary

Traditional Cambodian Cuisine - Must-Try Dishes and Recipes

Many Cambodian dishes blend prahok, kroeung pastes, fresh herbs, rice and fish to create signature plates like amok and kuy teav; this guide explains authentic recipes, regional variations, and cookin…

Asia

Thailand Builds Stronger Democratic Foundations

Across Thailand, a quiet but meaningful transformation is reshaping the relation…

Culinary

Traditional Cambodian Cuisine - Must-Try Dishes and Recipes

Many Cambodian dishes blend prahok, kroeung pastes, fresh herbs, rice and fish t…

Asia

Sigiriya Travel Guide - Rock Fortress Access, Tips

Sigiriya rises from the central plains of Sri Lanka as a 5th-century rock fortre…

Culinary

Asia's Vegan Revolution Is Blooming on the Plate

There is a moment in certain restaurants across Asia — a pause between the arriv…

Culinary

Nepal Cuisine Guide - Dal Bhat, Momos, Newari Dishes

There's a rich Nepali culinary tradition centered on Dal Bhat, complemented by s…

Culture

Indian Handicrafts - Famous Arts, Markets, and Cultural Significance

It's an authoritative overview of Indian handicrafts, highlighting famous arts, key markets, traditional techniques, and…

Asia

Vietnam's Governance Reforms Reshape Public Trust

Across Vietnam, a quiet but consequential shift is underway in the relationship between citizens and the institutions th…

Asia

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Asia's Road Safety Crisis: Why Traffic Deaths Remain the 'Silent Pandemic' Despite Global Commitments

Despite a United Nations declaration reaffirming a target to halve road traffic deaths by 2030, progress has been negligible — and Asia, home to the world's most populous and rapidly motorizing economies, sits at the center of the crisis. An examination of infrastructure gaps, enforcement failures, and uneven vehicle safety standards across the region reveals why the toll continues to mount.

Barring access and promoting ‘positive’ news: how the Chinese government has controlled the narrative during the Tibet floods

The government has emphasised positive coverage of rescue efforts in Tibet. Across the border in Nepal, foreign journalists are telling a different story.

Kerala Backwaters Tours - Best Routes and Houseboat Experiences

Most travelers choose Kerala's backwaters for serene houseboat cruises along Alleppey, Kumarakom and Kollam, diverse route options, and authentic village interactions; this guide outlines best routes, ideal seasons, itinerary lengths and onboard amen

Street Food in Shanghai - Top Snacks and Where to Eat Safely

Most visitors discover Shanghai's street food features xiaolongbao, shengjian, scallion pancakes and skewers; this guide identifies top snacks, trustworthy vendor types, hygiene signs, and safe neighborhoods for confident tasting. Essential Savory St

Politics

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North Korea's Governance Structures Face a New Era

North Korea has long occupied a singular position in the landscape of Asian governance — a state built on a philosophy of self-reliance, centralized authority, and collective identity that diverges sharply from the administrative models adopted by its regional neighbors. In recent months, renewed attention has turned toward how the country's political institutions function at multiple levels of society, and what internal dynamics shape the lived experience of ordinary citizens.

South Korea Pioneers Digital Democracy Revolution

South Korea has positioned itself at the forefront of digital democracy, implementing groundbreaking e-governance initiatives that are reshaping how citizens interact with government institutions. The nation's comprehensive approach to digital transformation in public administration serves as a mode

Digital Governance Revolution Transforms Southeast Asia

Southeast Asian governments are increasingly embracing digital transformation initiatives that fundamentally reshape how citizens interact with public institutions. This technological evolution represents a significant departure from conventional administrative approaches, creating more accessible a

North Korea's Governance Model Draws Scholarly Attention

North Korea remains one of the most studied yet least understood political systems in the contemporary world. As international academic interest in comparative governance grows, scholars are turning renewed attention toward how the Democratic People's Republic of Korea structures its institutions, manages its society, and maintains political continuity across generations — offering a rare case study in highly centralized state organization.

Economy

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Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?

For the poorest households in Asia, even small loans can lead to expensive debt traps.

Indonesia's Path to Electric Vehicle Adoption

Indonesia stands at a pivotal moment in its automotive evolution, positioning itself as a key player in Southeast Asia's transition to electric vehicles. The world's fourth most populous nation possesses the raw materials, manufacturing capacity, and

Women Driving Cambodia's Garment Sector Forward

Women constitute the backbone of Cambodia's garment manufacturing industry, representing the majority of factory workers and an expanding cohort of entrepreneurs and managers. Their economic participation shapes not only household incomes across the

Laos Navigates Great Power Competition as Trade Tensions Mount

Laos occupies a critical position in the evolving dynamics between China and the United States, serving as a crossroads for competing economic and strategic interests across Southeast Asia. The landlocked nation's geographic location, infrastructure

Business

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WIPO Appoints Thailand's Princess Sirivannavari as Ambassador for Fashion and Design

The World Intellectual Property Organization has appointed Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya of Thailand as its Ambassador for Fashion and Design, citing her 541 IP assets and her work connecting Thai artisans with global markets. The appointment, announced in Geneva on 28 May 2026, underscores Thailand's growing ambitions as a creative economy and its royal family's long engagement with intellectual property.

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Artificial Intelligence Patents in Asia: The Race to Dominate Tomorrow's Technology Landscape

New data from the World Intellectual Property Organization reveals that generative AI patent publications nearly tripled in two years, with Asian nations — led by China and Japan — positioning themselves at the forefront of one of the fastest-moving innovation races ever recorded. Patent trends expose a deepening strategic competition for intellectual property dominance in generative AI across the Asia-Pacific region.

North Korea grows stronger as South Korea reckons with fading US support

South Korea continues push for peace with the north, as Pyongyang’s military strength grows.

India and Pakistan’s 79-year rivalry has made the dangerous move into space

India and Pakistan fought a war in 2025 that was wholly dependent on space technology.

Nuclear Tests Shatter Trust, Not Prove Strength, UN Chief Warns on International Day against Nuclear Tests

UN Secretary-General António Guterres marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests on 29 August with a call for all nuclear-armed states to maintain existing moratoria and bring the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty into force without delay. Guterres framed nuclear testing not as a demonstration of power but as an act that shatters trust, invites reciprocal tests, and fuels a nuclear arms race.