FEATURE: Inside Beijing's Project Teaching Thai Students Chinese
Thousands of Chinese college graduates, sponsored by the Chinese government, teach Chinese in Thai public schools. But does it help China’s soft power?
Cross-Strait Watch No. 5
An overview of the past week's developments in cross-Strait relations.
Six High School Students Aim To Change U.S. Classrooms
'We believe the classroom should be an engaging experience that drives the students’ urge to learn.'
South China Sea Watch No. 5
An overview of the past week's key developments in the South China Sea.
Price Warfare Harming Taiwan's IT Sector, Academic Says
A National Taiwan University academic criticizes 'outdated' government subsidies and the direction of the Taiwanese IT sector.
UNIQLO Hijab: Giving Taiwan's Muslims Choices in Mainstream Apparel
Taiwan’s Islamic community has welcomed the move by UNIQLO to supply 'modest fashion' in Taiwan, including the hijab.
Japan Killing Spree: Politician Warned, Lack of Security Questioned
Warning signs? Five months ago, the man who killed 19 and injured dozens more in a stabbing spree at a care center in Japan today told a politician he would attack the disabled.
Behind China's Global Propaganda Campaign
'The Party wants to fundamentally change the conversation at the global level so as to defend China’s interests abroad and reinforce the ideological consensus at home.'
Cross-Strait Watch No. 4
An overview of the past week's developments in cross-Strait relations.
South China Sea Watch No. 4
An overview of the past week's key developments in the South China Sea.
'Apologies to China' Contest Explodes on Social Media
A war of words has developed in the Taiwan Strait, with two contests allowing users to post fake apologies for hurting the feelings of people on the other side.
South China Sea Watch No. 3
An overview of key developments in the South China Sea this week.
Cross-Strait Watch No. 3
An overview of key developments in relations between Taiwan and China this week.
Duterte Takes Philippines Office Under Fear and Accusations
The new president says he knows the limits of his authority and the legal boundaries, but observers think otherwise.
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Adding to HK Frustrations
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau bridge is almost completed, but is that even a good thing?
More Dogs Could Be Killed After Video Hanging Controversy
The public backlash over a video clip showing Taiwanese marines abusing and killing a dog earlier this week could have unintended consequences: more euthanasias.
Hong Kong Proposes Ban on Ivory Trade by 2021
A new bad in Hong Kong on the ivory trade could be implemented within five years, but many are asking why that could not come sooner.