Is the conflict in South Sudan the opening salvo in the battle for a continent?
China’s Christians: Persecution by Zoning Regulations
Every time you think China is becoming a more open society, it goes all repressive again.
Parsing the East Asian Powder Keg
The simmering tensions in East Asia are echoes of Washington’s Cold War intrigues—and the Pentagon’s not-so-secret plans for battle with China.
When Diplomats Misbehave: Standoff Between Malaysia and New Zealand
How should a country react when its diplomats commit a crime and claim diplomatic immunity?
Rick Perry and His Foreign Friend
While making a political show of turning away migrant children at the border, Texas Governor Rick Perry has offered “honorary citizenship” to a right-wing Australian author.
MH17: Cold War Replay?
The last time the U.S. accused Russia of downing a civilian airliner, nuclear war nearly broke out.
Malaysia Regains Its Footing Amid Intensifying Hostilities in Ukraine
After learning airline crisis management the hard way, Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has quickly taken control of the investigation of MH17.
What the World Cup Can Teach Progressives About Corruption
Fighting corruption is a proven means to reduce inequality. But the issue has often been co-opted by elites looking to do just the opposite.
Is Japan’s Peace Constitution Dead?
Despite its peace constitution, Japan boasts one of the largest militaries in the world.
Nuclear Nightmares: Securing the World Before It Is Too Late
Without disarmament our nuclear nightmares may become realities — but there is still time to avoid disaster.