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Manila Crisis Still Playing Out
The hostage crisis has left Philippines President Benigno Aquino with some awkward choices, says Filipino lawmaker Mong Palatino.
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China’s High Risk India Gamble
China is exerting pressure on India on a range of fronts. It’s time for India to push back—and to reach out to Taiwan.
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US Cosies up to Vietnam
Worried about China’s strengthening navy and South China Sea claim, the former adversaries are setting ideology aside.
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Asia’s Water Crisis
Wracked by droughts, floods and simmering tensions, Asia’s governments need a more co-ordinated approach to water crises.
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Will Asia Nix Iran Sanctions?
The US is keen for Asia to follow tougher EU sanctions over Iran’s nuclear programme. Expect China to drive a hard bargain.
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Growth and Freedom in Asia
Does economic growth inevitably lead to democracy? China and Vietnam are growing fast, but political freedom still lags.
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How China Can Shut US Up
Clinton’s remarks on the South China Sea shouldn’t have surprised China, says Minxin Pei. It must be careful not to overreact.