Rohingya refugees: Are we paying for our hospitality?
The rest of the world seems to have forgotten the Rohingyas' and Bangladesh's plight.
Geopolitics
Blinken’s China speech: Biden administration still competitive but less combative, say experts
Experts noted that Mr Blinken's speech, while critical of China, was not as confrontational as it could have been, especially compared with the previous administration.
Pakistani drone carrying magnetic bombs, UBGL grenades shot down by police
Sighting of Pakistani drones in the border areas of Jammu, Kathua, and Samba districts has become a regular feature.
US, Ukraine discuss danger of escalation as new arms extend Kyiv’s reach
President Biden's administration and US allies have been increasingly willing to give Ukraine longer-range weaponry amidst growing risks as Kyiv battles Russia's invasion forces.
Ukraine’s Zelensky complains about EU divisions over new Russia sanctions
His criticism of the West has mounted as the European Union moves towards a possible Russian oil embargo and as thousands of Russian forces invade two key eastern cities.
India’s Sri Lanka policy faces challenge
The writer says there are two components of the crisis in Sri Lanka: one on the economic front, and the other on the political one.
Asean must move more boldly on economic integration
The writers say Asean’s network of loosely-prioritized policies creates a cumbersome policy landscape that arguably promotes discussion over action.
Marcos to assert Hague ruling against China’s claim on South China Sea
Rresident-elect Ferdinand Marcos Jr. also said that he would not “allow a single millimeter of our maritime coastal rights to be trampled upon.”
Beijing says US-backed Asia plan seeks to ‘decouple’ countries from China
Foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said the Indo Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity serves US interests and seeks to exclude other countries.
Reckless NATO expansion makes volatile world more dangerous: Experts
With the trans-Atlantic alliance signaling that it also aims to extend its influence and reach into Asia, countries in the region should be on guard and resist any enlargement of…