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Crises May Now Drive Japan’s Relations With China
Crises are not new to the Japan-China relationship, but their impact only grows.
India and Pakistan: On the Brink of Conflict Over Kashmir
Following a terrorist attack in Kashmir, India and Pakistan are heading toward a conflict, with few signs of de-escalation.
As Beijing Tightens Its Grip, Hong Kong’s Democratic Party Dissolves Itself
The Democratic Party, once the largest pan-democratic opposition party in Hong Kong, has begun the process of dissolving itself. This marks a milestone in Beijing's efforts to push Hong Kong toward illiberal rule.
Singapore Holds an Election Amidst a World at (Trade) War
Singapore's ruling party faces domestic and economic headwinds ahead of upcoming elections.
South Korea's Politics After Impeachment
With the Constitutional Court upholding Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, South Korea heads for a presidential election scheduled for June 3.
Separation of Powers Defeats Imperial Presidency in South Korea
Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law triggered a four-month-long constitutional crisis in South Korea that was finally resolved last week by the decision of the Constitutional Court to uphold the National Assembly’s impeachment.
Australia’s Upcoming Elections and the Trump Factor
Despite widespread dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s performance, the Labor Party is likely to win re-election in Australia due to political backlash against Donald Trump’s policies.
Why the Proposed Mar-a-Lago Accord May Not be the Magic Wand That Trump Is Hoping For
While a Mar-a-Lago Accord might sound like a strategic move, it is unlikely to achieve the desired trade rebalance.
Otsuka Yumi: Writing My Own Story
Otsuka Yumi, the Chief Sustainability Officer of Toyota Motor Corporation, shares her journey to corporate leadership.
Vietnam Scrambles in a Tariff Bind
Despite Vietnam’s strategic importance and early concessions, it has become the most vulnerable target of the Trump administration’s tariffs—and now faces an uphill battle to protect its economy and reset trade ties with the United States.
Will the Earthquake Affect Politics and War in Myanmar?
The massive earthquake in Myanmar has exacerbated the country’s existing crises, and will likely worsen instability rather than lead to peace.
