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Category: Asia

Strengthening Cross-Strait Solidarity: Perspectives on Hong Kong Asylum Seekers in Taiwan

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Ysubawal

The eruption of the protests in Hong Kong has reinvigorated the contentious debate on how closely Taiwan should align itself with China. As the violence increases, the island nation is forced to consider that while today it is Hong Kong, it very well may be that tomorrow, China’s attention may be turned to Taiwan.

The Paradox of Sinophobia and Economic Ties in Vietnam

Posted on September 1, 2018September 2, 2018 by Benjamin

The Vietnamese government looks to balance the contrast between Vietnam’s need for trade with China, and its national identity.

China vs. the Black Market

Posted on February 12, 2017March 31, 2018 by Benjamin

China has reported that it will ban its domestic ivory trade in 2017. Will this be an effective way to challenge the poaching of African Elephants?

The International Community’s Responsibility to Protect the Rohingya of Myanmar

Posted on December 9, 2016March 3, 2018 by Benjamin

Disaster is inevitable unless world leaders accept the practical commitments that the Responsibility to Protect requires in Myanmar.

A Conversation with Angie Bryan

Posted on October 15, 2016March 31, 2018 by Benjamin

A conversation with Angie Bryan about her 25 years in the U.S. Foreign Service.

The Dalai Lama’s visit to Europe is more important than his Trump impression

Posted on October 13, 2016March 31, 2018 by Benjamin

The Dalai Lama should be commended for his mockery of Trump, but he and his hosts should also be recognized for their bravery in taking on the great red bully in addition to the great orange one.

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