The Taliban’s dilemma
The writer says what the Taliban need is a step in the right direction and developing the capacity to transform their militancy into political rule.
Hong Kong’s anti-pandemic strategy must be people-centric
The writer says the main responsibility for neutralizing the health threat lies with Chief Executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor and her governing team.
Indonesia’s democracy is on the line. Its defenders are stuck in a Sisyphean loop
Pro-democracy forces must be able to set up “trenches” and “fortifications” within civil society to underpin democratic institutions that will be strong enough to resist…
Ten propositions for Korea’s brighter future
The writer says many Koreans are full of hope and expectation about the upcoming new era in South Korea.
Indonesia’s cooking oil prices still high despite govt intervention
With Idul Fitri holidays – when household spending usually soars – only two months away, the cooking oil debacle must be addressed as soon as possible.
International Day against Police Brutality: Police not licensed to kill
The writer says it is high time the government and the policymakers took a hard look at the misadventures of certain law enforcement agencies and officials, and held them…
Time for GE15
The writer says that for economic reasons and for the sake of political stability, Malaysia needs to head to the polls soon.
A few pieces of advice for the president-elect
South Korea's new president will take office on May 10 to lead a nation that offers him many tasks that have grown heavier during the past five years of the Moon Jae-in…
Is Dhaka beyond saving?
The writer says it is high time policymakers revisited their vision for Dhaka and took proactive measures to turn it into a liveable city.
President Jokowi needs to rebut media reports on delaying elections
The writer says dangerous subversive minds seem to be behind talks to delay elections.