China isn’t about to invade Taiwan. But the two sides are on a dangerous path
Beijing has cast waves of aggression toward the island ever since the former Nationalist government fled there at the end of the…
Browsing Category
ASIA PACIFIC
In Taipei, people don’t seem worried about potential for China-Taiwan conflict
But at a park in the Taiwanese capital on Thursday, the topic of conversation was about anything but the potential for conflict…
Analysis: Despite soothing words, the Taliban are much as they were
During five years in power until 2001, they banished women to their homes, banned music and most sport and imposed pitiless…
Analysis: With all eyes on Taiwan, tensions are building on another Chinese frontier
And now, tensions appear to be rising again.According to unverified reports, troops from both sides have been briefly detained by…
5 Indian soldiers among 7 killed in Kashmir gun battles
In the deadliest incident for the country's security forces in the Himalayan region this year, a military official said five…
Inside the manic race to replace Duterte as the Philippines’ leader
Although the 2022 presidential election campaign is yet to begin, the machinations and drama are well underway.Richard Heydarian,…
At least 15 killed after 5.9-magnitude earthquake hits southwestern Pakistan
The toll was revised down by Pakistan's Provincial Disaster Management Authority from 20 dead and more than 300 injured.The quake…
Son of late dictator announces Philippines presidential bid
Ferdinand Marcos Jr., popularly known as "Bongbong", announced his candidacy for the 2022 presidential election in a five-minute…
Singapore passes law to tackle ‘foreign interference’
The small and open city-state, which says it is vulnerable to foreign meddling, targeted fake news with a far-reaching law in…
Fumio Kishida takes office as Japan’s new Prime Minister
Kishida, 64, who was elected leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) last week, was officially confirmed as the…