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Can Prosperity Bring Peace to Sri Lanka?

American, Sri Lankan diplomats assess likelihood of reconciliation in war-ravaged island nation. more
Kyrgyzstan: A Cautionary Tale for Revolutions

Philip Shishkin asks Kyrgyzstan President Roza Otunbayeva to reflect on her country’s tumultuous decade. more
Barry O'Farrell: New South Wales and Its Rightful Place in Asia

Speaking in Sydney, the leader of NSW's Liberals reiterates the need for Australia to engage with its neighbors. more
Prime Minister of Timor Leste on Democracy 'Process'

East Timor's independence leader emphasizes perseverance, forgiveness in DC address. more
Salman Taseer and Raymond Davis Highlight Confusion In Pakistan

Events of early 2011 show the extent of the country's ongoing turmoil, expert explains. more
Democracy in India and Pakistan: A 'Contingency' Story

Experts discuss how neighbors such as Pakistan and India have evolved such different political cultures. more
The Roadmap of China's Ascent

Blackstone Group's Antony Leung enumerates several of the factors that have contributed to China's rise. more
A Bad Beginning for Pakistan in 2011

The killing of Punjab's governor is a setback for democracy, writes Hassan Abbas. more
India to Strengthen Bonds with Neighbors for Regional Stability

India needs to make stronger efforts in building functional relationships with its neighbors for the country and the region. more
The Art of Not Being Governed: An Anarchist History of Upland Southeast Asia

Asia Society 2010 Bernard Schwartz Book Award Winner James C. Scott explains that the hills of Southeast Asia have for centuries been a haven from statehood. more
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