China-EU collaboration vital for sustainability: China Daily
The building of the bonds between China and the EU over the past five decades serves as a testament to the power of collaboration despite significant differences.
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.
Post-Pahalgam divergence in foreign policy
Nepal must diplomatically address India’s expectations if their ties are to grow stronger.
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…
India, Myanmar, and the weight of regional instability on Bangladesh
Bangladesh finds it difficult to remain emotionally neutral or indifferent to its neighbours armed confrontations.
Comparing Seoul and Tokyo
Despite the differences, both cities are becoming increasingly multicultural as their foreign-born populations rise.
Crisis averted: Dawn
International diplomacy may have halted escalation in this instance, but durable peace can only come from the political will and wisdom of leaders in both India and Pakistan.
Look inward for haj fixes: The Jakarta Post
Instead of looking to the Saudis for more sweeteners, the government must sort out all the recurring domestic problems that have marred the organization of the haj in the past.