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The Debate
The Debate is our home for the best opinions from around Asia. Whether it is negotiating with Iran, responding to North Korean provocations, discussing Japan's looming demographic issues, or considering the new balance of power in the Asia-Pacific, some of the region's leading thinkers offer their take.
As International Justice Fails, Solidarity Must Prevail
By Dustin Barter and Leen Fouad
From Gaza to Myanmar, the current constellations of geopolitics pose one of the most significant barriers to justice.
Modi’s Re-election: A Chance to Revitalize Afghanistan-India Relations
By Sadiq Amini
These days, Afghan democrats need a champion, and India, under Modi’s leadership, could be that champion – if New Delhi can correct course on its Afghanistan policy.
Freedom of the Seas Requires US Leadership
By David F. Lasseter
U.S.-led Freedom of Navigation operations have dropped off in the South China Sea, at the same time as China has intensified its coercive actions in the region.
Carrots and Sticks: Washington’s Strategy to Counter Chinese Influence in Cambodia Rests on Faulty Premises
By Arthur Eremita
Old debates about U.S. engagement have become obsolete in light of evidence that the country's elite is abetting cyberscam operations on a massive scale.
The Young Generation as Blessing, Bridge, and Burden-bearer: Understanding Asia’s Youth
By Xiaorong Gu
There is remarkable diversity in the experiences of Asia’s children, and incredible resilience. Young individuals play crucial roles in sustaining the daily functioning of their families and societies.
Taiwan’s Protesters Are Against ‘Check-but-Imbalance’ and Legislative Overreach
By Austin Horng-En Wang, Charles K. S. Wu, Yao-Yuan Yeh, and Fang-Yu Chen
The Bluebird Movement can't be dismissed as mere partisan mobilization.
Why Dollarization Is the Solution to Laos’ Economic Woes
By Srinivasa Madhur
Relieved of the need to keep its currency afloat, the central bank could focus on addressing the country’s worsening foreign debt crisis.
Smoke, Mirrors, and Spin: Deception in the Struggle for Taiwan’s Legislative Reform
By Wu Tsung-hsien and Howard Shen
The KMT-TPP backed legislation to expand Legislative Yuan powers is not as nefarious as it has been made out to be.
Events in Myawaddy Prove That a Change in Thai Foreign Policy is Needed
By Alexis Turek
Thailand can – and should – be playing a more active role in mediating the Myanmar's expanding conflict.
Navigating the Afghanistan Conundrum by Engaging With Afghanistan’s Next Generation
By Nazifa Haqpal
It is our collective responsibility to support the Afghan people's bid for a brighter future and to learn from the lessons of the past.
Taiwan’s Democracy in Crisis: Next Steps and Their Importance for the World
By Chiang Min-yen and Angela Ou
Now that the controversial legislative reform bill has passed, what steps should Taiwan’s civil society take?
In Lawmaking, the Details Matter. Taiwan Would be Wise to Remember That
By Adam King and Daniel Twining
Beijing could be a winner as Taipei rushes to pass new law.
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