The region’s fast-growing but fragile democracies have been susceptible to strongmen and autocratic-leaning populists in recent years, propelled by concerns over inequality, crime, and dysfunctional …

Indonesia’s high-stakes vote for president is likely to result in more political stagnation for the world’s third-largest democracy.

A high level of coordination suggests the perpetrators had substantial expertise, possibly drawn from a foreign-based terrorist group.

With significant risks now looming over global energy markets, the United States should be careful not to go too far with oil sanctions.  

Russian President Putin reiterated the importance of denuclearization during last week’s summit, but did not provide visible sanctions relief for North Korean leader Kim.