A geopolitical storm in the Indian Ocean
The Maldives, better known for its tranquil seaside resorts, is in the throes of a vicious domestic power struggle. Covering the South Asian summit held on Addu atoll of the…
Is press freedom under threat in Asia?
In a year noted for excellent journalism, 2017 also saw remarkable attacks on the media – oftentimes from those holding the highest office. From the arrests and murder of…
Malaysia debate religious conversion law
The Malaysian government’s recent announcement that it may reintroduce a clause preventing the conversion of children to Islam by one parent has sparked debate in the country.…
Asia’s Aging Population
Once predicted to be the Asian century, the 21st century may actually see many countries in Asia coming to grips with its aging population. Japan is the oft-cited example of a…
5 sovereign wealth funds to keep an eye on in Asia
In recent years, sovereign wealth funds have made headlines for a variety of reasons. In Malaysia, corruption allegations stemming from 1Malaysia Development Berhad thrust Prime…
Mahathir – The Comeback Kid?
Over a decade after stepping down, Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad is back in politics – hand-in-hand with a former rival and at the head of the…
Country Profile: Sri Lanka
A cursory look at Sri Lanka and the forces that shape her going into the 21st century. A civil war in Sri Lanka, an island nation off the southern tip of India, raged…