Asia-Pacific

Looking Beyond the U.S.-Asean Summit

Although Obama may be trying to counter China, the economic interests of the U.S., China and the rest of Southeast Asia are tied up with one another. By Simon Roughneen.

Hun Sen Upsets Thailand's Apple Cart

The Cambodian prime minister is rattling the cage of neighboring Thailand by offering its ousted ex-premier a position as an economics advisor. By Simon Roughneen.

The Yuan Underrated, China Overrated

Despite the appreciation that China's currency has seen, and the American debt it holds, China still has a long way to go if it is to step to the forefront of innovation. By Jurnan Goos.

Taiwan's Vision for International Climate Change Cooperation

Taiwan intends to share its environmental protection initiatives with the international community, collaborating multilaterally. By Stephen Shu-hung Shen.

China: Media Summit Participants Should Push for Press Freedom

Although the Chinese Constitution guarantees freedom of the press, journalists are regularly harassed and detained by government officials. By Human Rights Watch.

All in on Climate Change

Australian Opposition Leader Malcolm Turnbull is willing to put his leadership on the line, battling both his own party and the Coalition, over carbon emissions.
By Rich Bowden.

Indian Festivals Celebrate Communal Harmony

Despite terrorist attacks in the country, Indian festivals continue to set examples of religious brotherhood and encourage unity in diversity. By Tanveer Jafri.