Is there a link between revolutionaries and terrorists?
Salman Tarik Kureshi argues that there is not much difference between freedom fighters and terrorists. “One man’s terrorist,” goes the received wisdom, “Is another’s…
From dependence to interdependence
An editorial from the Kathmandu Post looks at the relationship between Nepal and India. Prof Mahendra P Lama of Jawaharlal Nehru University is a highly regarded academic and…
Beijing supports engagement on the Korean peninsula
China supports engagement between all parties on the Korean peninsula, says an editorial in the China Daily Newspaper. Expectations that a face-to-face meeting between United…
The China-India tango
An editorial by Khurram Husain looks at China-India relations and what it can mean for Pakistan and South Asia. To those who have been paying attention despite the noise and fury…
Maintain maximum pressure, not misled by Pyongyang’s smiling facade
An editorial in the Yomiuri Shimbun argues that maximum pressure must be maintained on North Korea, despite its recent charm offensive. Having won South Korea over to its side,…
Of hopes, half-measures, and the hell that awaits Rohingyas
As the Rohingya crisis enters its seventh month, chances of it ending in a peaceful manner are quickly evaporating. Even staunch believers in what the UN Secretary General…
In a democracy, you must learn to tolerate
An editorial by Shakhawat Liton in the Daily Star looks at the role that media must play in a thriving democracy and its place in holding those in power accountable. The above…
She forgot it all
Two Nobel Peace laureates express how they are disappointed in Suu Kyi. In their final meeting with journalists in the capital yesterday, Nobel Peace laureates Shirin Ebadi and…
Criticism is a part of democracy
This editorial from Azmi Sharom looks at the Malaysian Government’s recent troubles with a critical rapper and what it means for democracy. ARE you easily annoyed? What does…
Globalisation is losing its lustre
Nepal must learn from neighbouring countries and apply various policies and approaches to help the economy grow. As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was speaking against…