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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 …

Burmese selection

the generals are keeping a wrap on the election plans, as a way to force the results overwhelmingly in their favour.

| Apr 13, 2009

In the shades of grey

Amidst the conflict and chaos, one US soldier sees hope in Afghanistan.

| 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.

| 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.

| Apr 01, 2009

Stunted development

The only ones that seem convinced of the efficacy of international aid to Afghanistan are the aid agencies themselves.

| Apr 01, 2009

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