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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…

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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.

  • Published: May 16, 202510:14 am
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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.

  • Published: May 15, 202510:52 am
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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.

  • Published: May 15, 202510:07 am
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Fragile ceasefire: The Statesman

The explosions in Kashmir are a grim reminder that ceasefires cannot be one-day wonders. They require courage to be sustained ~ not just on the battlefield, but in the minds of…

  • Published: May 14, 202510:40 am
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Securing the relevance of Asia-Pacific cooperative frameworks amid tariff wars

ASEAN and its dialogue partners have been able to describe and lament the risks inherent in the tariff wars but have not been able to put into effect concrete, coordinated steps…

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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.

  • Published: May 13, 202510:12 am
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BTS, the military and masculinity

Asian and Asian American men are perceived as less masculine in the West, and along with the clothes, hair, makeup and flawless appearance required of male K-pop idols including…

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Collective action to avoid a world trade war

We are on the precipice of a world trade war, the writers say. Active and strategic economic diplomacy will be needed to avoid it.

  • Published: May 8, 202510:25 am
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In the shadows of terrorism

Any potential India-Pakistan conflict is undesirable both for Nepal and the region.

  • Published: May 7, 202510:13 am
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