Sri Lanka needs more than economic reforms
Sri Lanka’s economy is continuing to deteriorate with barely any dollars in the government’s possession even to pay for essentials such as fuel and medicine.
It is PML-N’s indecision pushing economy into crisis: Editorial
The writer says each day of their own indecision is costing the treasury billions of rupees and wreaking further destruction on the capital markets.
‘One country, two systems’ best for Hong Kong
The writer says Hong Kong has thrived under the "one country, two systems" framework and due to the central government's policies.
Marcos’ ‘people power’
The paper says there are reasons to believe the Philippines might again fall into the grip of political dynasties.
Is the quest for uncorrupted politicians futile?
The writer says it is important to start building democratic institutions with checks and balances that can rein in corrupt people.
Pakistan’s political system in a state of crisis
The writer says Imran Khan’s destructive approach has made it more difficult to find a political solution to the predicament.
Jokowi’s governing algorithm, a playbook for the next president
To accomplish his or her ambitions, the next president needs to find the most stable mixture of politics, the economy, technocrats and people in uniform in this governing…
EU’s criticism of HK election misguided
The writer says it is unreasonable to demand that “full democracy” be installed in Hong Kong at one fell swoop.
A not-so-smart proposal for an offshore smart city
The writer says such a project needs thorough onboarding of all parties involved, along with buy-in from every single one of the stakeholders.
G7 and EU are the only losers in Hong Kong election
The writer says that the new electoral system and the election results will further benefit Hong Kong people.