Failed delivery: The Kathmandu Post
People can get disillusioned with the state if they cannot get good services even at a high cost.
Bangladesh’s strategic tightrope in Rakhine
Bangladesh's dilemma mirrors that of many small states: act as a responsible global citizen while avoiding entanglement in others' conflicts.
Another indicator of learning crisis: Philippine Daily Inquirer
While failing the civil service exam is not the end of the world, it is not a good indication that only 14 out of every 100 applicant succeed.
When voters defy the surveys
What these elections may have revealed is a voter segment determined to prove the surveys wrong—deliberate, reactive voters who cast their ballots not as protest but as…
Don’t rule out women, female-line emperors: The Japan News
If the will of the female members of the Imperial family is not respected and their potential marriage partners are institutionally limited, human rights issues will arise.
Survey-defying poll results: Philippine Daily Inquirer
The surprising win of opposition and independent candidates stokes hopes that citizens are now prepared to exact accountability from elected officials and expect their performance…
Reevaluating Indonesia’s air defence concept: A lesson from India-Pakistan conflict
The procurement of advanced fighters will only carry strategic value if the country is able to deploy them freely and effectively in its critical air zones.
After 32 years, arsenic still threatens rural Bangladesh
Only through an integrated and sustained approach can the country achieve its goal of arsenic-free drinking water for all.
A historic election night in the Philippines: Unprecedented results and upsets
The unexpected outcomes signal a shift in voter sentiment, reflecting a desire for fresh perspectives and a break from traditional political dynasties.
Ban on ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina’s party and future actions
The AL has much to answer for and it must be held accountable for its brutal actions and those responsible must be punished.