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March 23, 2018

Japan
Abenomics and the Japanese Economy

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has introduced audacious economic policies to combat deflation, but the U.S. withdrawal from TPP and other factors have complicated his efforts.

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

February 17, 2017

China
Media Censorship in China

China’s central government has cracked down on press freedom as the country expands its international influence, but in the internet age, many of its citizens hunger for a free flow of information.

Security guards block a journalist from taking photos in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square.

October 1, 2014

India
Governance in India: Infrastructure

After decades of underinvestment and mismanagement, India’s infrastructure is posing a significant threat to its economic growth.

A Delhi Metro Rail Corporation worker works amidst thick fog at a construction site in New Delhi.

September 4, 2014

China
The East Turkestan Islamic Movement (ETIM)

The Muslim separatist group, based in the Xinjiang province in northwest China, presents a heightening security challenge for Beijing.

Protesters hold an East Turkestan flag during a demonstration in Berlin to protest against deadly riots in China’s northwestern region of Xinjiang, July 10, 2009.

September 4, 2014

India
Governance in India: Corruption

It remains unclear whether mounting public anger and flagging growth can catalyze India to address widespread official corruption.

Protesters hold placards against corruption in the northern Indian city of Chandigarh, April 7, 2011.