In case you missed them, here are stories we published last week, all issues worth keeping an eye on.
The Significance of the Marco Rubio Visit to India
Caught between Washington and Moscow, India is finding ways to maintain ties with both powers, even as US-India relations face a series of disagreements. Story by Rupakjyoti Borah.
Xi emerges powerful from Beijing meeting, but maybe not all-powerful
Behind Xi Jinping’s continued grip on power, a series of military purges and setbacks for his allies point to growing challenges within China’s ruling party.
Facing China with Quiet Pragmatism
Between protecting its maritime claims and keeping Beijing on good terms, Malaysia faces a balancing act that may become harder as tensions in the South China Sea grow. Story by BA Hamzah.
AI Governance: It’s Time for UN Environmental Leadership
Behind AI's rapid expansion lies a growing environmental cost, from electricity-hungry data centers to mining that threatens rivers across Southeast Asia. Story by Pham Phan Long.
Trading Avocadoes for Political Influence
China welcomed Kenyan avocados, but what happens when it starts growing its own? Beijing's quest for self-reliance could have a political price. Story by Xiaochen Su.
Malaysian Indians: A Diminishing Voice in a Changing Nation
From families struggling to celebrate Diwali to fears of losing political clout, Malaysia's Indian community faces a future that goes beyond a shrinking population share. Story by Mahi Ramakrishnan.
Vietnam–Japan 2050: From Strategic Trust to a Shared Indo-Pacific Future
What will Asia look like in 2050? The growing Vietnam-Japan partnership offers a glimpse of how the region could change. Story by Khanh Vu Duc.
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