Governance

Video: Election Ushers in 'New Model' of Democracy for Pakistan

Asia Society Senior Advisor Hassan Abbas tells CNN that although Nawaz Sharif won the prime ministership for the third time in his career, the election showed progress in Pakistan's democratic system.

Community Building Essential for Nation Building, says East Timor's President

Being an independent state "carries difficulties and enormous challenges not only for those who govern but also for the whole population" says East Timor's Xanana Gusmão

Community Building Essential for Nation Building, says East Timor's President

Being an independent state "carries difficulties and enormous challenges not only for those who govern but also for the whole population" says East Timor's Xanana Gusmão

Filmmaker Chris Hilton on the Anti-Communist Purges in Indonesia in 1965-66

Interview with the director of the documentary Shadow Play.

Reconstructing Afghanistan: Priorities and Challenges

Experts discuss the challenges facing reconstruction in Afghanistan and priorities for the international community’s role in creating a peaceful nation.

Reconstructing Afghanistan: Priorities and Challenges

Experts discuss the challenges facing reconstruction in Afghanistan and priorities for the international community’s role in creating a peaceful nation.