Talk is suddenly cheap in Myanmar – and that could be costly
Inexpensive calls and data are coming to Myanmar after years of junta-era restrictions. But some worry that the new Internet and phone access could fuel strife between Muslims and Buddhists.
In Myanmar, Aung San Suu Kyi’s party is at a crossroads
The opposition party is pushing for constitutional reforms that would allow its leader to run for president. If it fails, the party lacks new talent.
Khmer Rouge No. 2 gives insight to his role in Cambodia’s ‘killing fields’
Nuon Chea, the deputy leader of the Khmer Rouge regime blamed for 1.7 million deaths in Cambodia’s ‘killing fields’ told the tribunal today that he carried out its policies to protect the country.
Khmer Rouge trial opens in Cambodia amid claims of interference
Critics say political interference and judicial misconduct are tarnishing the UN-backed Khmer Rouge trial, seen as key to justice more than 30 years after the brutal regime was ousted.
What’s next for India’s Communist Party?
The distrust of the Communist Party, once a powerhouse in parts of India, could signal a major change in Indian politics. Here’s what its leaders plan to do to keep their old mission alive.
Corruption hobbles Russia’s Far East
Moscow is looking to Russia’s Far East as a region poised for better times, and a building boom aims to make Vladivostok an investment hub. But young residents are still leaving the city in droves.
Portrait of a North Korean propagandist turned protest artist
Before fleeing North Korea, Song Byeok was a propaganda artist, creating portraits of ‘Dear Leader’ Kim Jong-il. Now he uses his art to criticize the regime from South Korea.
Japan’s nuclear troubles extend into Russia
The Russian used auto industry relies on used car shipments from Japanese companies that have dried up since the March earthquake and problems at the Fukushima plant.
Taj Mahal-era structures disappear in Bangladesh
Across Old Dhaka, Bangladesh, squatters have taken up residence in the empty shells of Taj Mahal-era Mughal structures. The Urban Study Group is trying to preserve and revitalize some of the 17th-19th century buildings.
