10 Apr 2020 10:04
Vietnam, North Korea, politics and Covid-19: The numbers tell a story
The two Communist nations boast low or even zero cases of the virus. What message does this send?
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10 Apr 2020 08:04
The Interpreter is slowing down for Easter
Even in self-isolation, a change is as good as a holiday. Well, sorta. Publishing will be light until Tuesday. -
10 Apr 2020 06:04
Why South Asia may come out of Covid-19 crisis better than many expect
A younger demographic and less social reliance on the state could see local nations seeking advantage amid the changes. -
09 Apr 2020 16:04
Covid-19: A war of words
In the battle against the coronavirus, the first casualty is untruth. -
09 Apr 2020 14:04
COVIDcast Episode 6: Geopolitics and the pandemic
The latest episode in a podcast to discuss the implications of coronavirus for Australia, the region, and the world. -
09 Apr 2020 13:04
Economic diplomacy: foreign investment under Covid, supply chain kinks
Australia might worry about opportunistic takeover bids at home, but investment restrictions will hit the region more. -
09 Apr 2020 12:04
Cry the beloved world
As the next wave of Covid-19 bears down on developing nations, is there a chance they can avoid the worst? -
09 Apr 2020 10:04
WHO and China: Compounding politics and policy
The World Health Organization has been heavily criticised for appeasing China instead of leading the Covid-19 fight. -
09 Apr 2020 07:04
We’re all socialists now
With a spectre haunting the world, governments unite, with unimaginably radical solutions to save capitalism. -
08 Apr 2020 15:04
Asia after the pandemic
The stabilising force of shared economic interests could be lost after the crisis, leaving the region more dangerous. -
08 Apr 2020 14:04
Coronavirus in conflict: The fight has hardly begun
Covid-19 has brought wealthy nations to their knees. What will happen when the virus breaks out in a war zone? -
08 Apr 2020 12:04
Fighting corona will strain US military capacity in the Indo-Pacific
With outbreaks in the ranks and resources directed home, America’s commitments abroad will be challenged. -
08 Apr 2020 10:04
Indonesia: A health and economic crisis also threatens national unity
Jokowi fears his legitimacy and hold on power may be at risk with provinces defying the central government’s authority. -
08 Apr 2020 06:04
Covid forces Singapore to confront conditions for its migrant workers
Infections have seen several crowded dormitories locked down and put a spotlight on the treatment of city’s builders. -
07 Apr 2020 14:04
Japan and coronavirus: Abe needs to make bold decisions
A tradition of limited touching may slow the virus spread but political missteps leave the country vulnerable. -
07 Apr 2020 12:04
Covid-19: Refugees at risk
Cash payments and mobilising asylum seekers with medical training are measures to help refugees survive the pandemic. -
07 Apr 2020 10:04
US regional leadership: A shot across the bow
China had already been gaining in Southeast Asia before the pandemic began. Now Beijing is looking to press ahead. -
07 Apr 2020 06:04
A French perspective on Australia’s role in the Indian Ocean
Looking towards a post–Covid-19 world, France views Australia as a key strategic partner in the region. -
06 Apr 2020 14:04
Presenting The Interpreter self-isolation cooking special
A round-the-world tour of culinary tips to give your quarantined kitchen a truly international flavour. -
06 Apr 2020 12:04
A post-Covid world and the limits of “America first”
Strong US global leadership would be in Washington’s interests, and would counter China’s “face-mask diplomacy”. -
06 Apr 2020 11:04
Xi Jinping emerges stronger from Covid-19 outbreak
Far from undermining his standing, both the President and Party have consolidated an authoritarian approach to power. -
06 Apr 2020 07:04
A global call to arms
For poorer nations, stopping a pandemic might lead to starvation. The world must be ready to help the neighbours. -
03 Apr 2020 15:04
Japanese whaling is down but not out
The retreat from whaling in the Antarctic marks a historic shift, but Japan has raised quotas in its own waters. -
03 Apr 2020 12:04
Covid-19: Averting economic disaster in the Pacific
Australia should urgently switch is infrastructure lending facility to a broader fund to help keep the region solvent. -
03 Apr 2020 11:04
COVIDcast Episode 5: Pandemic in the Pacific
The latest episode in a podcast to discuss the implications of coronavirus for Australia, the region, and the world. -
03 Apr 2020 10:04
Timor-Leste: The consequences of Covid-19
A coronavirus outbreak would not only overwhelm the health system, but would deepen the country’s poverty as well. -
03 Apr 2020 06:04
The danger meme: Countering visual disinformation in Asia’s politics
The Covid-19 “infodemic” has made plain the risks from ill-intended videos and photos. This is true for elections, too. -
02 Apr 2020 15:04
Covid-19 is not only a health crisis, it’s a migration crisis
Temporary migration is integral to Australia’s economic success story. And many of those migrants are now at risk. -
02 Apr 2020 12:04
Covid-19: Jokowi must win back his people’s trust after early missteps
This is a fight for the long haul, but it can only be won if Indonesians have faith in their government. -
02 Apr 2020 09:04
China-US geopolitics in the age of corona
Beijing seeks to capitalise and claim global leadership in fighting the virus, while Trump shows no interest at all. -
02 Apr 2020 07:04
What if the realists are right?
The fraying of the liberal international order, seemingly hastened by Covid-19, validates a more grim school of thought. -
01 Apr 2020 15:04
Coping with crisis: How much “resilience” is on display?
Covid-19 shows the idea people triumph alone over adversity is a myth – it takes the support and resources of a society. -
01 Apr 2020 14:04
Beyond Covid, Australia’s big stake in India’s military reorganisation
It’s easy to imagine a distracted United States could leave Australia even more reliant on regional security partners. -
01 Apr 2020 14:04
Pacific links: Social media as a tool to protect health and economies
The Lowy Institute is using analytical tool CrowdTangle to monitor and track online messages across the region. -
01 Apr 2020 10:04
Double disaster: Emergency preparedness in the era of Covid-19
A new humanitarian crisis in the current global environment would be a shock. Now is the time to get ready. -
01 Apr 2020 06:04
Covid-19: New Zealand, isolated, yet far from alone
The government acted swiftly to lockdown, leaving the economy reeling. People are supportive – so far. -
31 Mar 2020 16:03
A political impasse in Timor-Leste as coronavirus looms
A government of national unity might be desirable right now, but such a prospect seems remote. -
31 Mar 2020 12:03
Of democracy and despots: Protecting political leaders from Covid-19
Power and rank offer no immunity to the coronavirus. What is a leader supposed to do? -
31 Mar 2020 09:03
From books to cooks: What readers recommend to cope in quarantine
We’ve heard your books recommendations. Now for an isolated weekend, how about your favourite national dish? -
31 Mar 2020 06:03
Covid-19 responses: Why feminist leadership matters in a crisis
Too often gender equality is jettisoned when “real problems” arise. Not only is this mistaken, it can cost lives. -
30 Mar 2020 15:03
Indonesia: The rally of a community facing a coronavirus threat
A pluck of courage, the brashness of youth, and a little ingenuity – when authorities are slow to act, people step up. -
30 Mar 2020 12:03
BBC Dad has learned a thing or two about working from home
A famous video of madcap mayhem in a home office suddenly has new resonance. Yet with the laughs, expect a long grind. -
30 Mar 2020 11:03
Singapore’s vulnerability: A large and growing pool of older people
The city state leads in the fight against the virus, but in the longer term, an ageing population is another challenge. -
30 Mar 2020 06:03
Doom surfing and fact checkers prosper in Covid-19 infodemic
With so much information swirling around, especially on social media, just what should we believe? -
27 Mar 2020 16:03
Coronavirus and the threat to South Asian democracy
With the lockdowns imposed to limit the spread of Covid‑19, the authoritarian grip on South Asia will likely strengthen. -
27 Mar 2020 12:03
No planes or cruise ships – a crucial regional industry will need aid
Tourism is a massive employer in countries where Australia gives aid and will need a lot of extra help after the virus. -
27 Mar 2020 11:03
COVIDcast Episode 4: Crisis looms in Southeast Asia
The latest episode in a podcast to discuss the implications of coronavirus for Australia, the region, and the world. -
27 Mar 2020 10:03
Lockdown: A dilemma for the economic optimists
The severe containment measures needed to combat Covid-19 are squashing the upbeat forecasts of just a few weeks ago. -
27 Mar 2020 06:03
The public judgment of South Korea’s Covid-19 response
Moon Jae-in has won international acclaim for his crisis response, but at home, party allegiance still determines views. -
26 Mar 2020 16:03
After coronavirus: Where the world economy will stand
Debt will grow, for government, business and individuals alike, with interest rates to stay low – but all under control.