A Fragmented Future? Huawei and the Future of the Global Economy
Are transnational corporations really as transnational as they claim to be? The recent crises surrounding Huawei suggest that corporations may be more constrained by politics […]
Mama Don’t Kill Me: Sexism and budding gender consciousness in Vietnam
Despite Vietnam’s deeply rooted patriarchal norms, there is cause for optimism among Vietnamese feminists, argues contributor Luu. “With 300,000 lives taken every year, Vietnam is […]
Fresh on the Beat: the struggles of a Korean-American indie musician
In this personal essay, Jung Su Park writes for NOVAsia about his personal journey from Korean immigrant to Korean-American indie musician. The acronym FOB, “fresh […]
Life flows from the barrel of a gun: What it means to be Kashmiri
When we think about the geopolitical rivalry between India and Pakistan, we often see the region Kashmir as nothing more than a piece of land […]
Episode 5 – A “Green and Clean” Belt and Road? (with Amanda Herath)
China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has given rise to two broad concerns within the international community. It has been criticized for funding environmentally unsustainable […]
Is the Belt and Road Paved with Green intentions?
China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has been criticized for supporting unsustainable infrastructure and energy projects all around the world. However, there is cautious cause […]
Fortunate Son: Koreans re-evaluate military service exemption
In South Korea, where military service is mandatory for all men, exceptional talent may provide a way out. However, the question of military service exemptions […]
Again, says the Italian: Uncertainty before the European Parliamentary Elections
The European far right-wing is becoming increasingly organized and powerful, and Italian politician Matteo Salvini plays an important role. Ahead of the European Parliament Elections, we […]
Episode 4 – Looking Back at Brexit (with Andy Edge)
Brexit has been the defining event of European politics since the British people voted to leave the European Union in June 2016. Since then, British […]
Mr. Moon the Mediator: Can South Korea still mediate between the United States and North Korea?
South Korean president Moon must act as a mediator between the United States and North Korea, while not letting American interests dictate his North Korea […]