Keeping devolution alive
Even with the end of the LTTE as a pseudo state power, it is clear that without power-sharing and the recognition of the rights of all communities, the authoritarian regime of Mahinda Rajapakse will only …
Laxmi Murthy and Kanak Mani Dixit | Apr 13, 2009
Burmese selection
the generals are keeping a wrap on the election plans, as a way to force the results overwhelmingly in their favour.
Larry Jagan | Apr 13, 2009
In the shades of grey
Amidst the conflict and chaos, one US soldier sees hope in Afghanistan.
The Editors | Apr 02, 2009
Afghanistan unravelling
A date for presidential elections has finally been agreed upon, but little else about the country's near future is clear.
Aunohita Mojumdar | Apr 01, 2009
Mullah Radio
By using illegal FM radio broadcasts, militants in Pakistan are gaining the stature of a parallel government, . But one government response shows that the militants have power but not credibility.
Manzoor Ali Shah | Apr 01, 2009
Stunted development
The only ones that seem convinced of the efficacy of international aid to Afghanistan are the aid agencies themselves.
Ahmed Dawi | Apr 01, 2009
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