A New Fusing of Japanese-Aussie Synergies in the Indo-Pacific
A rising China is pushing Australia and Japan closer. Both want a free and open Indo-Pacific. Therefore, they are cooperating to counter China’s efforts to dominate this region.
Asia Pacific
A Confused Atheist’s Pilgrimage of Indian Holy Sites
Reflections after a pilgrimage in 2016 to shrines of different religions have left me more confused than ever about faith and god.
Why Did the Pakistani Parliament Pass a Vote of No-Confidence against Imran Khan?
Economic incompetence, not foreign interference, led to the fall of a populist prime minister who promised much but failed to deliver.
Making Sense of Ukraine’s Call for a No-Fly Zone
Washington is helping Ukraine just enough to bleed Russians but not giving them fighter jets and missile defense systems needed to win, the worst policy choice possible. It should either back Ukrainians or back off.
COVID-19 Policies Carry Implications for South Korea’s Presidential Election
President-elect Yoon will need to address a changing COVID-19 environment amid a fatigued and divided Korean public.
Is Europe’s Newfound Unity a Liberal Illusion?
A few non-hysterical voices ignored by the media offer a more rational sense of Europe’s destiny.
An Expert Explains Why We Need a New Cold War With China
It’s all about finding the right enemy and sharing it with friends.
The Dirty Relationship Between Russia and China
When the world's largest consumer of fossil fuels teams up with one of the world's largest suppliers, the planet is the biggest loser.
