A love letter to airports
At airports, people are between worlds, and it's a journey within a journey
OPINION
The roots of Mahathir’s Tanah Melayu remarks
The former prime minister’s comments reflect a cultural nationalism centred on a Malay realm whose reach extends far beyond the peninsula.
Prevailing in the power game will be in vain if the economy tanks
The tenuous state of the economy urges an end to political turmoil and calls for responsible economic management in the months ahead.
US being predictably unpredictable on Taiwan
Judging by the way the Biden administration is currently acting, this appears to be the US policy towards the island.
Is it possible to reduce tobacco use in Bangladesh?
For a long time to come, the country may have to continue external borrowings, just to retire or service old external debts and to keep bare minimum forex reserves.
The Sulu case is not a political football
The writer says the legal wrangle, which originated from a 1939 court case, will be long-drawn.
IMF’s flattering plaudits can be intoxicating, but should be taken with a pinch of salt
Rather than taking the current praise for granted, the writer says the government needs to pay attention to the warning signs.
India’s self-reliance puzzle: Adding by subtracting?
The writer says India's objective of self-reliance is counterproductive to the strategy of overcoming the current recession.
Shooting of Abe raises questions about the state of Japanese society
One way or another, the tragic incident sent a shock wave through Japan and the world.
Fines on Didi show China’s determination to protect data security
As one of China's biggest and most influential tech companies, Didi failed to fulfill its responsibility to protect users' information.