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Olympics in Japan, Six months of military rule in Myanmar, and a political opening in Lebanon
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The World This Week #130, Vol. 3, No. 31
Keerthana Nambiar, Vibha Venugopal, and Rashmi Ramesh
Japan: The Olympics continue in Tokyo, amidst controversies
What happened?
On 1 August, it will be the tenth day of the Tokyo Olympics 2020. The games were inaugurated by Japan's Emperor Naruhito with the theme of "Moving forward" to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach quoted "We can only go faster, we can only aim higher, we can only become stronger if we stand together – in solidarity. This is why, the IOC has adopted the Olympic motto to our times: faster, higher, stronger – together. This feeling of togetherness – this is the light at the end of the dark tunnel."
What is the background?
First, a brief background to the Olympic games in Tokyo. This would be the 120th Olympic games. It is the fourth time Japan is hosting the Olympics. With 11,000 athletes from 206 nations across the world where 49 per cent are women, the IOC hereby marks the first "gender-balanced" games in its history. The 2020 games view the introduction of new disciplines like 3x3 basketball, freestyle BMX, surfing, skateboarding, mixed-gender events in existing sports, and many more.
Second, the intense political determination. The Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga's vision was to contain the virus outbreak, host a successful Games and call a general election. That has been subdued after the recent surge in Tokyo turning the games into a damaging scandal. This determination is the underlying political agenda for Suga to survive as party leader as the general elections are coming up in October. Furthermore, Japan's vaccine rollout has substantially lagged considering other developed nations. This has led to a greater public dissatisfaction pressurizing Suga ahead of the elections.
Third, the divided opinions and the controversies. There has been strong public opposition against the games because of the spike it may cause in the Covid-19 cases. In a survey released in May, 83 per cent of the people did not want Japan to conduct the Olympics. The Japanese doctors union were highly against conducting the games and backed out from offering medical support. Therefore, the IOC stepped up to offer medical help for the Olympics. It also downplayed the opposition in Japan and went ahead with the international support it could garner. Covid-19 being the giant elephant in the room, anti-Olympic protests are widely increasing as new coronavirus cases broke the country's records. The protesters gathered near the stadium holding banners reading "Cancel the Olympics! Save lives!" and "No Olympics". This Olympics has been shadowed by controversies starting with the logo plagiarism to athletes testing positive with Covid-19, the first-ever transgender weightlifter from New Zealand, the long spectre of doping tests, and the unprecedented heatwave in Tokyo.
Fourth, the economic riddle. In March 2021, the organizers decided to ban foreign spectators, thus diminishing any revenue from the Olympics as overseas visitors tend to spend more than domestic spectators. The economic losses from cancelling the Games are estimated to be less than the losses from a single state emergency. Japan has by far had four emergency situations during the pandemic. On the other hand, the IOC has seemingly cornered Japan and will accordingly make a full income from its broadcast rights and direct sponsors.
What does it mean?
Every Olympic Games has produced a festive story. Even though the Tokyo Olympic games have been mired in controversy, it is meant to revitalize the public spirit during the pandemic. It allows talents across the world to a single platform. Also, the Games are exceptional occasions for diplomacy, wherein Japan will weather the controversies and deliver a 'safe and secure' Olympics amidst the pandemic.
Myanmar: Six months of the military rule
What happened?
On 1 August, Myanmar will complete six months of military rule and deposition of the NLD led government. Reuters, on 1 August, referred to Myanmar's military ruler Min Aung Hlaing promising new multi-party elections. It also quoted him announcing: "Myanmar is ready to work on ASEAN cooperation within the ASEAN framework, including the dialogue with the ASEAN special envoy in Myanmar."
On 30 July, the UN News referred to a statement issued by UN's top aid official in Myanmar, Acting Humanitarian and Resident Coordinator Ramanathan Balakrishnan saying: "The situation to be characterized by instability and a deteriorating socio-economic and security situation...The UN will continue to call out human rights violations and is committed to stay and deliver lifesaving humanitarian assistance to the people of Myanmar."
On 31 July, a report released by the Human Rights Watch quoted Brad Adams, its Asia Director saying: "Myanmar's junta has responded to massive popular opposition to the coup with killings, torture, and arbitrary detention of people who merely want last year's election results to be respected and a government that reflects the popular will...These attacks on the population amount to crimes against humanity for which those responsible should be brought to account."
What is the background?
First, the consolidation of military rule during the last six months. The coup began on 1 February, when the military junta led by Gen Min Aung Hlaing nullified the November 2020 elections. Ever since, the regime started detaining hundreds of lawmakers, activists, and civil officials. It also started blocking access to various social media, intensifying surveillance, and imposing night blackouts. The regime refused to heed to international requests and warnings.
Second, the political trial. The detention of Suu Kyi and her top allies brings to a closure the experiment with democracy in Myanmar, which followed a half-century military rule earlier. After the four months of detention, Aung Sang Suu Kyi is under trial by a junta court. She faces a mix of charges that include the following: illegally possessing walkie talkies, flouting of the COVID-19 restrictions during the elections in 2020, causing fear and alarm, unspecified breaches of the 'Official Secrets Act' and accepting USD 600,000 cash and 11 kilograms of gold from a former political ally.
Third, internal protests and regime repression. Since the coup began, resistance by people began in many forms. Thousands started protesting over the weeks in the cities and villages around Myanmar. This includes blockade and intense confrontations by the journalists, students and the pro-democracy medical staff and public on strike, avoiding the hospitals run by the junta. The regime came down heavily, which led to the casualties being over 900 protestors and several thousand being arbitrarily arrested and detained.
Fourth, the regional response, or the lack of it. In April 2021, the ASEAN, as a part of their Leaders Meeting in Jakarta, announced an ambitious five-point consensus calling for the following: an immediate cessation of violence in Myanmar; a constructive dialogue among all parties concerned; a special envoy to facilitate mediation; provide humanitarian assistance; and a special envoy and delegation to meet with all parties concerned. Three months later this meeting, ASEAN's role remains limited. In July, Singapore's foreign minister, in his response to a Parliamentary question, stated: "We recognise that implementation of the Five-Point Consensus has been slow and a little disappointing." The ASEAN is yet to appoint a special envoy.
Fifth, the international responses. The US has led the international effort to persuade the military administration to reverse course, desist from additional violence, restore the country's democratic route, release all those who have been wrongfully jailed, and hold those responsible for the coup and brutality against the people accountable. But the impact of international response and sanctions remain limited. The UNSC remains divided, with Russia and China backing the military regime in Myanmar.
What does it mean?
First, the regime response so far does not provide a level playing field to those who demand the restoration of democracy. Second, the international response remains ineffective, with limited impact over the sanctions, and also due to the support provided by Russia and China to the regime. Internal developments within Myanmar and the divided and ineffective external responses means the military regime will continue to consolidate its rule.
Lebanon: Appointment of a new PM raises hope for a revival of the economy
What happened?
On 26 July, Lebanon's President Michael Aoun appointed Najib Mikati as the PM-designate, responsible for forming a new government for a country that has not had a functioning government since the crisis began in 2019. Mikati is a former two-time Prime Minister and one of the most successful business tycoons in the country. His appointment comes in the backdrop of Saad Hariri's resignation, citing differences with the President and accepting his failure to form a government. Post his appointment, Mikati stated: "alone I do not have a magic wand to achieve miracles. We are in a very difficult situation… it is a difficult mission that can succeed only if we all work together."
On 30 July, The European Union adopted a legal framework to impose sanctions on the Lebanese political elite, officials, and entities, for lack of governance and economic crisis.
What is the background?
First, the political crisis. Failing economic policies clubbed with political instability has pushed Lebanon into a war-like situation in the absence of war. Since Hassan Diab resigned in August 2020, Lebanon has been facing a political crisis. Lebanese leaders have failed to reach a consensus and provide a stable government. In October 2020, Saad Hariri, a former Prime Minister (2009-2011 and 2016-2020) was appointed as the PM-designate after Diab's resignation. However, he also failed to form a government, due to differences with President Michael Aoun and Hezbollah’s role in cabinet formation. Hariri resigned in July 2021. Najib Mikati's appointment comes in the above background.
Second, Lebanon's political arrangement with multiple power centers. Iran-backed armed political outfit Hezbollah, the Forward Movement, and Shi'ite Amal Movement decide the composition of the government. Alongside, the two Christian majority parties- the Free Patriotic Movement and the Lebanese Forces hold considerable sway in the system. Lebanon's political structure may also be a reason for the diverging interests that are evident currently. The Lebanese National Pact of 1943 provides for a Maronite Christian President, a Sunni Prime Minister and a Shi'ite Speaker for the National Assembly.
Third, the economic crisis. The Lebanese economic policy has been chaotic due to extensive deficit expenditure, and unsustainable mismanaged monetary policies. The GDP and per capita income fell by 40 per cent in 2020, pushing half the population into poverty. The Lebanon Economic Monitor released by the World Bank in May 2021, concluded that the country's economic situation might be one of the worst crises in over 150 years. Marking the anniversary of the Beirut blast, France will hold an international donor conference along with the UN in August, to raise funds for the deteriorating situation in Lebanon.
Fourth, the trigger and the protests. On 4 August 2020, Beirut witnessed a major blast at the port, killing more than 200 people and injuring thousands. The incident has left a trail of destruction in the capital city, and triggered massive protests on the streets demanding action and justice. Lebanon was in the midst of an economic crisis prior to 2020. However, the pandemic and the blast dealt a severe blow, challenging recovery in every aspect.
Fifth, the protests and related social challenges. Mass protests challenged both the then government and the larger direction in which the country was headed to. UNICEF warned about the impending water crisis, with approximately four million people, including one million refugees are at the risk of losing access to safe water resources. Additionally, the population suffers from long blackouts, shortage of food, medicines, fuel, and exceptionally high rates of unemployment.
What does it mean?
First, a hope in Najib Mikati. Most of the political parties have announced support for Mikati. Barring the two Christian parties, he has the support of the Sunni, Shia, and Druze politicians, which may pave the way for a government. With optimism in the market, in the form of a slight rise in the value of Lebanese currency against the US Dollar, there is hope in the right direction. He stated that the first priority was to implement the French roadmap for recovery. It must also be noted that Mikati does not hail from a political dynasty unlike other politicians, instead is a successful entrepreneur. Second, a functioning government is a compelling necessity. Mikati is touted to form a government in a time of extreme crisis and is expected to take along the diverging political interests. It is time that the Lebanese political blocs come on the same platform to avoid further free fall of the economy and living conditions.
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By Sukanya Bali and Avishka Ashok
East and Southeast Asia This Week
China: Satellite images show a new silo site in China
On 26 July, the Federation of American Scientists in a report revealed, satellite images showed Beijing is constructing a second nuclear missile silo field near Hami in Xinjiang province. The field can house around 110 silos. Last month, the Washington Post reported China is building 120 silos in Gansu province. According to the New York Times, "It may signify a vast expansion of China's nuclear arsenal- the cravings of an economic and technological superpower to show that, after decades of restraint, it is ready to wield an arsenal the size of Washington's, or Moscow's." On 30 July, NPR shared satellite images showing a possibility of the new tunnel and roads added at the site, at Lop Nur. Researchers at the Federation of American Scientists estimated 250 underground missile silos under construction. No statement has been made by Beijing yet.
China: Foreign Minister Wang Yi hosts Taliban delegation
On 28 July, Beijing hosted the Taliban delegation in Tianjin. Foreign Minister Wang Yi described the group as the "pivotal military and political force" of the country. He also said it was "expected to play an important role in the process of peace, reconciliation, and reconstruction." Chinese Foreign Ministry said the Taliban has committed that it "will not allow any force to use Afghan territory to do anything harmful to China."
China: Hong Kong Court sentences protestor for nine years in first National Security case
On 30 July, Tong Ying-kit, a Hong Kong protestor was convicted under Hong Kong national security law for nine-year of imprisonment. He was accused of driving a motorcycle in a riot scene while carrying a flag with the protest slogan "Liberate Hong Kong, Revolution of our times." The three judges for the national security cases rule that "the slogan was capable of inciting others to commit secession." They sentenced Tong, considering the totality principle of court, "to serve two and half years of his terrorism sentence consecutively with the six and a half years of incitement to secession charge, bringing his total time in prison to nine years." Reuters reported, according to the judge's ruling Tong's "motorcycle was potentially a lethal weapon, and his actions were a deliberate challenge mounted against the police." Amnesty International and Human Rights group criticized this move.
South Korea: Proposes talks with North Korea
On 30 July, Seoul proposed talks with Pyongyang, through the new video conference system. The offer was made through the recently restored inter-Korean hotline after 14 months on suspension. Unification Minister Lee In-young said: "The North has received our proposal. We hope Pyongyang will respond positively so that the video system can be installed at the earliest time." The Korea Herald reported that Lee stressed, "that ministry would work to complete the system for the virtual conference or safe in-person talks as soon as possible."
Australia: Fire breaks out in Tesla megapack battery unit
On 30 July, a fire broke out in Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) Megapack battery unit while testing the world's biggest energy storage project run by French company Neoen. The energy project is known as the Victorian Big Battery. Neoen's Managing Director Louis de Sambucy said: "Neoen and Tesla are working closely with emergency services on-site to manage the situation" and added "there will be no impact to the electricity supply" as the site had been disconnected from the grid.
New Zealand: Passes a new bill to outlaw conversion therapy
On 30 July, New Zealand passed a new bill that proposes, anyone performing the conversion on a person younger than 18 or on someone with impaired decision-making capacity would be subjected to three years of imprisonment. The bill stated, and any practice intended "to change a person's sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression" will face five years of imprisonment. Justice Minister Kris Faafoi said: "Conversion practices have no place in modern New Zealand. They are based on the false belief that any person's sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression is broken and in need of fixing." He added, "Health professionals, religious leaders, and human rights advocates here and overseas have spoken out against these practices as harmful and having the potential to perpetuate prejudice, discrimination, and abuse towards members of rainbow communities."
Philippines: President Duterte restores troops pact with the US
On 30 July, President Rodrigo Duterte restored a deal governing US troop's presence in the Philippines after a meeting with US Defense Secretary, Lloyd Austin. The Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) between the two countries, provides the rules of rotation of the US troops in and out of the country for war drills and exercise. In the joint press briefing, the US Defense Secretary said, Duterte's decision provides for "some degree of certainty going forward" to the US.
South Asia This Week
India: Antony Blinken's meeting with high ranking Indian officials and Tibetan leaders.
On 27 July, Antony Blinked visited India and held a meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The two leaders extensively discussed COVID-19 management, Quad and Afghanistan. Blinken also met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. On 28 July, Blinken held a meeting with the Dalai Lama in Delhi.
Sri Lanka: Colombo seeks to strengthen economic ties with New Zealand
On 29 July, the State Minister of Regional Cooperation and New Zealand's High Commissioner discussed the strengthening of economic ties and sought investments in economic zones and Colombo port city. Both agreed on diversifying and expanding trade relations. The talks also focused on further means of cooperation in areas of sports, education, and renewable energy.
Pakistan: Imran Khan says Islamabad not responsible for Taliban's action
On 29 July, Prime Minister Imran Khan said Pakistan should not be held "responsible" for the Taliban's action after the US and its allies' withdrawal from Afghanistan. He further added, "We are not responsible, neither are we spokespersons for the Taliban." Earlier this month, after Afghan President Ashraf Ghani's allegation over Pakistan's "negative role in the Afghan peace process," he responded, it is "extremely unfair to blame Islamabad for the situation in Afghanistan." Khan also emphasized building stronger relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Pakistan: NSA meets American counterpart to discuss the Afghan security situation
On 29 July, the National Security Adviser, Moeed Yusuf, and his American counterpart Jake Sullivan met in Washington DC. Both highlighted an "urgent need for reduction in violence and a negotiated political settlement in Afghanistan." Yusuf in a tweet said he, "had a positive follow-up meeting with NSA Jake Sullivan today in Washington" and "took stock of progress made since our Geneva meeting and discussed bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest." This was the second meeting between the two officials.
Afghanistan: Taliban attacks a UN office
On 30 July, the United Nation office in Herat was attacked, killing one security guard. The UN said: "the attack targeting entrances of the clearly marked United Nations facility was carried out by Anti-Government Elements." Also said, "Attacks against civilian UN personnel and compounds are prohibited under international law and may amount to war crimes." Tolo News reported the attack was conducted by the Taliban. However, the Taliban has not responded to the allegation yet.
Afghanistan: SIGAR report says Afghan government faces "existential crisis"
On 30 July, the US SIGAR report stated a significant rise in Taliban's attacks after the signing of the US-Taliban agreement of February 2020. The report highlighted: "The overall trend is clearly unfavourable to the Afghan government, which could face an existential crisis if it isn't addressed and reversed." The report covered increasing attacks, districts captured by the Taliban, humanitarian assistance, money spent by the US in the reconstruction effort in Afghanistan. The report mentioned, "from March to May 2021, US Forces-Afghanistan (USFOR-A) recorded 10,383 Taliban attacks." ANDSF also re-established its control in some districts.
Afghanistan: RSF demands security for journalists
On 30 July, Reporters without borders organization, RSF, and other organizations said, with the rising attacks in the country the safety of journalists is a key concern. Head of RSF'S Iran-Afghanistan, Reza Moini said: "We call on the international community to ensure the safety of journalists in Afghanistan." RSF officials also emphasized the release of four journalists who were arrested earlier this week. Tolo News reported, the organization called their detention "illegal."
Central Asia, Middle East and Africa This Week
Tajikistan: Construction of camps for Afghan refugees
On 28 July, the governor of the Jayhun border region in Tajikistan announced the construction of a camp for the Afghan refugees as the neighbouring countries foresee a large influx of refugees amidst increasing violence in Afghanistan. The camp is based in Khatlon, near the border and will be funded by Tajikistan and other international parties The region head said: "A 2.24-hectare land plot in the Panj jamoat of Jayhun district was allocated for the construction of a camp for the potential refugees from Afghanistan."
Azerbaijan: Gas-sharing agreement with Russia
On 27 July, the national media in Azerbaijan reported that a gas-sharing agreement had been signed with Russia. The two companies engaged in the contract are Azercontract and Gazprom. According to the agreement, Azerbaijan will providing gas to Russia in the summer season while Russia will return the favour during the winter season. The news agency said: "Against the background of the rapid growth of gas production in the country, Azerbaijan gets an opportunity to create additional volumes of its own gas for the winter, when the level of domestic consumption increases significantly."
Iran: The US Secretary of State pushes for hastening the nuclear talks
On 29 July, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made a statement regarding the Vienna talks during his visit to Kuwait. He reconfirmed that the US would continue to encourage constructive negotiations but emphasized the fact that the talks cannot carry on forever. He said: "We're committed to diplomacy, but this process cannot go on indefinitely. We look to see what Iran is ready to do or not ready to do and remain fully prepared to return to Vienna to continue negotiations. The ball remains in Iran's court."
Qatar: Emir gives approval for new electoral law
On 29 July, the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani approved the first legislative election in the country. The polls will be held in October 2021 and will elect 30 seats out of 45 in the Shura Council. The remaining 15 seats will be appointed by the Emir, as per tradition. However, all members of the council will hold the same powers and duties. Their responsibilities will include approving the government policies, budget, proposing policies and controlling the executive authority. The new electoral law aims to encourage greater citizen participation and is an initiative of the Emir.
South Africa: Government representative condemns Israel's observer status to the African Union
On 28 July, the South African government revealed that it was not notified regarding the decision to include Israel as an observer to the African Union. The South African representative claimed that the decision was taken unilaterally without consulting the members of the regional organization. The government spokesperson said: "The African Union's decision is even more shocking in a year in which the oppressed people of Palestine were hounded by destructive bombardments and continued illegal settlements of the land". South Africa reaffirmed its opinion that Israel should not be granted observer status until it accepts a peace plan with no preconditions.
Ethiopia: Martin Griffiths arrives and examines famine situation
On 29 July, the UN humanitarian chief Martin Griffiths arrived in Ethiopia to discuss ways to help the famine-hit regions of the country. He is scheduled to meet with Ethiopian officials and will also travel to Tigray and Amhara regions. On 27 July, the World Food Programme cautioned that the agency would run out of food if the trucks stuck in Afar were not allowed to move. However, the government of Ethiopia blamed the Tigray forces for blocking the roads. The UNICEF also raised concern regarding severely acute malnutrition in more than 1,00,000 children in the country.
Eritrea: Refugees in Ethiopia demand protection of rights
On 29 July, close to 300 Eritrean refugees protested in front of the UNHCR office in Ethiopia's capital city, Addis Ababa. They blocked the road to the office of the UNHCR and held banners reading "Stop abuse of Eritrean refugees" and "Protect the rights of the refugees." The protestors demanded humanitarian assistance from the UN body and said: "We want the world to know that Eritrean refugees are suffering in Ethiopia. We feel neglected and forgotten."
Europe and The Americas This Week
Turkey: Wildfires wreck havoc in multiple provinces
On 28 July, almost 98 fires broke out in different provinces in Turkey due to extremely dry winds and warm temperatures. On 31 July, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared the wildfires affected region and "disaster areas." After almost four days of constant fire fighting, he said: "We have declared our regions affected by forest fires as 'Disaster Areas Affecting General Life.' We will continue to take all necessary steps to heal our nation's wounds, compensate for its losses, and improve its opportunities even better than before." As of now, 88 fires have been brought under control.
Luxembourg: Amazon data protection law
On 30 July, Amazon revealed that a fine of USD 887 million had been issued on the company for violating the EU's data protection laws. The Luxembourg National Commission for Data Protection explained that Amazon's access to user's personal data did not agree with the EU's General Data Protection Regulation. It has asked Amazon to rework a few of its practices. However, Amazon has denied violation of the law and said: "Maintaining the security of our customers' information and their trust are top priorities. There has been no data breach, and no customer data has been exposed to any third party."
The EU: Eurozone formally out of recession with two per cent growth in economy
On 29 July, the EU's statistical agency Eurostat revealed that the Eurozone was officially out of recession after the second quarter of 2021 recorded a two per cent growth. Even though the regional bloc continues to have a three per cent depreciation as compared to the pre-pandemic figures, the gradual shift is a relief to the 19 countries within the bloc. Italy and Spain have been the key players who helped in getting the EU out of its economic slowdown. Germany, however, was not able to reach its goal of two per cent growth but managed to come close with 1.5 per cent growth in its GDP.
Russia: Space module mishap pushes ISS out of position
On 29 July, the jet thrusters of the Nauka module was thrown out of control due to the reconfiguration work conducted by the Russian mission controllers. Nasa officials said: "The module's jets inexplicably restarted, causing the entire ISS to pitch out of its normal flight position some 400km above the Earth." The mission's flight director soon declared a "spacecraft emergency." The fault in the control was initially noticed by the automated ground sensors which then led to the loss of attitude control. The mishap did not cause any harm or damage to the seven crew members on the space station.
Peru: New President Castillo appoints moderate leftists to the new cabinet
On 30 July, Pedro Castillo appointed Pedro Francke as the Finance Minister and Guido Bellido as the Prime Minister. The appointments have created a setback for investors who hoped for a moderate cabinet. Guido is a Marxist hardline, while Francke is moderate. The two leaders extended support for each other and pledged to work together for the benefit of the country.
The US: President Biden imposes new sanctions on Cuba
On 30 July, the US placed sanctions on the Cuban police force and two other leaders for suppressing protests in the country. The US Treasury Department spokesperson said: "The sanctions are a reaction to the actions to suppress peaceful, pro-democratic protests in Cuba that began on 11 July." President Joe Biden also met with Cuban-American leaders at the White House and said: "There will be more, unless there's some drastic change in Cuba, which I don't anticipate. The United States is taking concerted action to bolster the cause of the Cuban people."
Mexico: Top security official confirms buying Pegasus from Israel
On 28 July, Mexico's top security official revealed that the previous Mexican administrations spent over USD 61 million to purchase the Pegasus spyware. The Public Safety Secretary explained that more than 31 contracts had been signed by the previous two governments. These contracts were at times disguised as other purchases and were signed by front companies to avoid taxation. Mexico's Financial Intelligence Unit head said: This implies or at least presumes the existence of acts of corruption, by selling (the spyware) at inflated prices to the government between the years 2012 and 2018."
The US: Testimony by police on Capitol Hill
On 27 July, the US Capitol Police Sgt. Aquilino Gonell delivered a speech recalling the incident when rioters breached the Capitol on 6 January. He said: "I did not recognize my fellow citizens, or the United States they claimed to represent." He compared the violence from the attack to a medieval battle and called the rioters vicious and relentless.
The US: Congress Trump taxes, may bring him back to power
On 30 July, the Department of Justice announced that the IRS must reveal the income tax returns of former President Donald Trump. The Department explained that it had made a request to see Trump's tax return to understand how the IRS audits the Presidents' tax returns. The move is directly opposed to its previous decision which supported the IRS' refusal from showing his tax returns when Trump was the President.
About the Authors
Rashmi Ramesh is a PhD Scholar in the School of Conflict and Security Studies at the National Institute of Advanced Studies. Keerthana Nambiar and Vibha Venugopal are research interns at NIAS. Sukanya Bali and Avishka Ashok are Research Associates at NIAS.
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The Ukraine War
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NATO and the Madrid Summit: Expanding defence frontiers
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Elections in France, Sweden, and Italy: The rise of the right
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North Korea: Missile Tests Galore
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The Taiwan Strait: Political and military assertions
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Ethiopia: Uncertainties despite ceasefire
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Iraq: Deadlock and breakthrough
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IN FOCUS | The ceasefire in Ethiopia
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Major causes behind Europe’s continuing heatwaves
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Ukraine and beyond: The US Strategies towards Russia
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Lessons from Ukraine War: Effectiveness of Sanctions
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IN FOCUS | UK-Rwanda asylum deal
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No honour in honour killing
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Europe's Energy Crisis
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The Science and Politics of Materials
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France: Paris Terror Trial
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Belarus: Weaponization of the Migrant Crisis
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Nord Stream-2: Why is the region unhappy about the pipeline?
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Two months of Cuban protests: Is the ‘revolution’ ending?
GP Team
The New Afghanistan
STIR Team
Climate Change and Energy Options
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Digital Pakistan: Idea, Potential and Challenges
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China and Russia in Myanmar: The interests that bind
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Nord Stream 2 is Russia’s geopolitical victory
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REvil is dead. Long live REvil
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Space Tourism
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The EU Summit 2021: Five Takeaways
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Too late and too little is Ethiopia's international problem
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Africa's Ethiopia Problem
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Loud Echoes of the National Security Law in China
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Farfetched goals on pandemic recovery, climate action and economic revival
STIR Team
Rare Earths and the Global Resource Race
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The Rise and Reign of Ransomware
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Spain, Morocco and the rise of rightwing politics in Europe over immigration
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The return of Taliban will be bad news for women
Udbhav Krishna P
Revisiting the recent violence: Three takeaways
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For the Economist, Taiwan is the most dangerous place. The argument is complicated
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Learning from Cuba's vaccine development efforts
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The US-Taliban Deal: One Year Later
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The Quad Plus and the search beyond the four countries
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India's Endgames, Roles and Limitations in Quad
Sukanya Bali
Tracing the Quad's evolution in the last two decades
Apoorva Sudhakar
Ethiopia: Five fallouts of the military offensive in Tigray
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
Afghanistan: The recent surge in targeted killing vs the troops withdrawal
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
In Honduras, a move towards a permanent ban on abortion laws
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Civilian protests vs military: Three factors will decide the outcome in Myanmar
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
Trump’s Climate Change legacy: Disruption and Denial
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Trump’s Iran legacy: Maximum pressure, minimum results
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Five ways India can detangle the fishermen issue with Sri Lanka
IPRI Team
Coup in Myanmar and Protests in Russia
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The PDM differences, Gwadar fencing, and Lakhvi's arrest
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
Nagorno-Karabakh: Rekindled fighting, Causalities and a Ceasefire
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Thailand: For the pro-democracy protests, it is a long march ahead
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Brexit: A year of the UK-EU transition talks and finally, a Deal
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Ethiopia: The conflict in Tigray and the regional fallouts
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The Americas: Top Five Developments
Teiborlang T Kharsyntiew
Europe: Top five developments
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East Asia: Top Five developments in 2020
Harini Madhusudan
Outer Space in 2020: Missions, Privatization, and the Artemis Accords
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5G, Huawei and TikTok: Four trends in 2020
Sumedha Chatterjee
COVID-19: How the world fought in 2020
Harini Madhusudan
The Vaccine Rush: Expectations vs Realities
Harini Madhusudan
Open Skies Treaty: The US should not have withdrawn, for five reasons
Savithri Sellapperumage
Kamala Harris makes history
Mallika Devi
China is against the Quad. Five reasons why
Srikumar Pullat
Space of Tomorrow: The Need for Space Security
Tamanna Khosla
Japan: New Prime Minister, Old Challenges
Vaishali Handique
Not just regime change: Women and protest movements in Sudan
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Technology in contemporary global protest movements
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Students as agents of change: Protest movements in Zimbabwe
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“Unveiling”: Women and protest movements in the Middle East
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‘The Revolution of Our Times’: Protests in Hong Kong
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Lebanon: Can Macron's visit prevent the unravelling?
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The Legacy of Shinzo Abe. It is Complicated.
Boa Wang
Two Sessions in Beijing
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How China fought the COVID-19
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Is COVID-19 a Bio-weapon from China?
Prof PM Soundar Rajan
Is there an overlap of 5G Networks and COVID hotspots?
Rashmi Ramesh
Will COVID-19 provide a new agenda to the NAM?
Harini Madhusudan
Iran's New Military Satellite: Does it violate the UNSC 2231?
Jenice Jean Goveas
Epidemics through History
Sanduni Atapattu
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Chavindi Weerawansha
A majority in the minority community suffers, for the action of a few
Chrishari de Alwis Gunasekare
The Cardinal sermons for peace, with a message to forgive
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Who and Why of the Perpetrators
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In retrospect, where did we go wrong?
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Build the power of Co-existence, Trust, Gender and Awareness
N Manoharan
New ethnic faultlines at macro and micro levels
Asanga Abeyagoonasekera
A year has gone, but the pain has not vanished
Jenice Jean Goveas
In India, the glass is half full for the women
Fatemah Ghafori
In Afghanistan, there is no going back for the women
Lakshmi V Menon
The decline in terrorism in Pakistan in 2019
Rashmi Ramesh
The EU and the Arctic: The interest is not mutual. Why?
Rashmi Ramesh
Iceland, Denmark and Norway: Small is Big in the Arctic
Harini Madhusudan
The Non-Arctic powers: Interests of Japan and South Korea
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Malaysia: New PM, Old Challenges
Lakshmi V Menon
Pakistan to remain “Grey”; North Korea and Iran in “Black”
Rashmi Ramesh
Trump's India Visit: Optics, Substance and Rhetoric
Kabi Adhikari
The controversial MCC Nepal Compact
Malini Sethuraman
ISIS post Baghdadi: Will there be another Caliphate in 2020?
Aarathi Srinivasan
Climate Change: The Economy of the Indian Ocean Region in 2020
Prathiksha Ravi
Israel and the Middle East: The New Alliance Plans in 2020
Padmini Anilkumar
Middle East: The Return of Russia in 2020
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
Sudan and Algeria: Road to Democracy in 2020
Lakshmi V Menon
Syria: ISIS Decline, US Retreat and the Return of Russia in 2020
Harini Madhusudan
The US-China Trade Dispute: Towards further disruptions in 2020
Parikshith Pradeep
The US under Donald Trump: The Fall of an Empire in 2020
Vivek Mishra
After Soleimani assassination: Options for the US
Sukanya Bali
Iran, Iraq and the US: Who wants what?
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Old problems to persist with no solutions in the near term
Aashiyana Adhikari
Indian and Chinese investments in Nepal: Managing asymmetry
Shailesh Nayak | Director, National Institute of Advanced Studies (NIAS)
Blue Economy and India: An Introduction
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
North Africa in 2019: A year of protests, with some positive results
Sukanya Bali
Hong Kong in 2019: China's New Achilles Heel
Harini Madhusudan
The US-China Trade Dispute in 2019: Towards a thaw in 2020?
Parikshith Pradeep
The US in 2019: Trump rollsout a template for a global American retreat
Rashmi Ramesh
The Arctic Littorals: Iceland and Greenland
Harini Madhusudan
The Polar Silk Route: China's ambitious search in the Arctic
GP Team
Syria: Who wants what?
Harini Madhusudan
Violence in Hong Kong: Will the protests end?
Rashmi Ramesh
Is Catalonia Spain’s Hong Kong?
D. Suba Chandran
Why an Arctic foray is essential for India
Parikshith Pradeep
Russia's Polar Military Edge
Nidhi Dalal
Protests rock Chile, Bolivia and Haiti
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Will prosecuting Suu Kyi resolve the Rohingya problem?
Lakshman Chakravarthy N & Rashmi Ramesh
Climate Change: Four Actors, No Action
Sukanya Bali
Brexit: Preparing for the Worst Case
Lakshman Chakravarthy N
5G: A Primer
Rashmi Ramesh
From Okjökull to OK: Death of a Glacier in Iceland
Sukanya Bali
Challenges before Boris Johnson
Parikshith Pradeep
The Hong Kong Protests: Who wants what
Harini Madhusudan
The Hong Kong Protests: Re-defining mass mobilization
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
ASEAN Outlook on the Indo Pacific: Worth all the Hype?
Mahesh Bhatta
Monsoons first, Floods next and the Blame Games follow
Titsala Sangtam
Counting Citizens: Manipur charts its own NRC
Vivek Mishra
Can Hedging be India’s Strategy?
Lakshmi V Menon
Amidst the US-Iran standoff, Saudi Arabia should be cautious
Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer
For Russia, it was big power projection
Harini Madhusudan
For China, it was trade and a temporary truce
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
For Japan, it was commerce and climate change
Sourina Bej
For the US, it was trade, tariff and talks
Titsala Sangtam
Iran, US and the Nuclear deal: Europe in the middle?
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Modi's Colombo Visit: Four issues to watch
Raakhavee Ramesh
Higher than the Himalayas: Pakistan and China
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
Across the Himalayas: Nepal and China
Mahath Mangal
The Russian Resurgence: Is the US supremacy waning?
Mahath Mangal
San Francisco wants to ban, Kashgar wants to expand
Jerin George
Espionage or Investigative Journalism?
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
The Huawei Controversy: Five things you need to know
Mahath Mangal
Why the world needs to look at Yemen
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
The Central Asia Connector
Harini Madhusudan
An Under-represented East Asia
Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer
Africa Embraces the Belt and Road
Sourina Bej
It’s Europe vs EU on China
Abigail Miriam Fernandez
Sudan: Between Democracy and another military rule
Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer
Responses and Inspiring Lessons
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Thailand: Between Elections and Instability
Sourina Bej
Two Sessions in 2019: Four Takeaways
Lakshmi V Menon
The End of ISIS Caliphate?
Harini Madhusudan
For China, its a sigh of relief
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
For Vietnam, its a big deal
Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer
For Japan, No Deal is Good Deal
Sourina Bej
For South Korea, a costly disappointment
Harini Madhusudan
No deal is better, but isn't it bad?
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
The Other Conflict in Rakhine State
Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer
Yemen: Will Sa'nna fall?
Harini Madhusudan
Sinicizing the Minorities
GP Team
US, South Korea and Thailand
Lakshmi V Menon
The Qatar Blockade: Eighteen Months Later
GP Team
Yemen, Venezuela and US-China
Sourina Bej
Maghreb: What makes al Shahab Resilient?
Harini Madhusudan
US-China Trade War: No Clear Winners
Abhishrut Singh
Trump’s Shutdown: Five Things to Know
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Myanmar: Will 2019 be better for the Rohingya?
D. Suba Chandran
Bangladesh: The Burden of Electoral History
Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer
US and China: Between Confrontation and Competition
Mahesh Bhatta | Centre for South Asian Studies, Kathmandu
Nepal
Nasima Khatoon | Research Associate, ISSSP, NIAS
The Maldives
Harini Madhusudan | Research Associate, ISSSP, NIAS
India
Sourina Bej | Research Associate, ISSSP, NIAS
Bangladesh
Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer | Research Associate, ISSSP, NIAS
Afghanistan
Harini Madhusudan
China and Japan: Renewing relations at the right time
Sourina Bej
The INF Treaty: US withdraws to balance China?
Harini Madhusudan
The Khashoggi Killing: Unanswered Questions
Lakshmi V Menon
US and Israel: Trump's Deal of the Century
Nasima Khatoon
The New Maldives: Advantage India?
Harini Madhusudhan
To NAFTA or Not: Trump, Mexico and Canada
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Malaysia’s China Moment: The Mahathir Gamble
Sourina Bej
BIMSTEC: A Bay of Good Hope?
Young Scholars Debate
India, Imran Khan and Indo-Pak Relations
Siddhatti Mehta
Does Brexit mean Brexit?
Oishee Majumdar
Factsheet: China’s Investments in Africa
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
The 8888 Uprising: Thirty Years Later
Harini Madhusudhan
The Tariff War: 'Stick of Hegemony' vs Vital Interests
Druta Bhatt
FactSheet: Shangri La Dialogue 2018
Rahul Arockiaraj
Immigrants as the “Other”: The Social and Economic Factors in the US
Divyabharathi E
Is Trump-Putin Summit a setback for the US?
Apoorva Sudhakar
India and Bangladesh: The Long Haul
Divyabharathi E
Quad as an alternative to the BRI: Three Main Challenges
Oishee Majumdar
FactSheet: India-Bangladesh Relations
D. Suba Chandran
Trump meets Putin; will it cost NATO?
Sourina Bej
Trump and the NATO: One Block, Different Views
Gayan Gowramma KC
Now, the United States withdraws from the UNHRC
Siddhatti Mehta
Will China be able to sustain its Dominance?
Aparupa Bhattacherjee
Myanmar: Why won't they do anything for the Rohingya?
Harini Madhusudan
The Idea of an US Space Force: Strategic Calculations
Apoorva Sudhakar
Afghan Peace: Reality or Illusion?
Hely Desai
Looking beyond Trump: Is the US declining?
Manushi Kapadia
Is China using its soft power to become superpower?
Lakshmi. V. Menon
Middle East: Has Russia chosen Israel over Iran?
Miti Shah
G7: Why Trump wants Russia in?
Hely Desai
FactSheet: G7 Summit
Siddhatti Mehta
The Panmunjom Declaration: “Tip of the Iceberg”
Druta Bhatt
Iran N-Deal and the Trans-Atlantic Divide
Manushi Kapadia
US and China: Towards a Trade War
Miti Shah
Palestine: US triggers new tensions
Divyabharathi E
The "Indo-Pacific Command": What's in the name?
Harini Madhusudan
Trump’s Tariff Strategy: Targetting Adversaries and Allies
Hely Desai
Trump-Kim Summit: Three Likely Outcomes
Apoorva Sudhakar
The Lebanon Pawn: Will it change after elections?
Lakshmi V Menon
Israel, the Game Changer?
Samreen Wani
Deciphering Turkey's External Push
Divyabharathi E
China and Russia: The New Alignments
Ann Maria Shibu
Can India afford to lose Maldives to China?
Dhruv Ashok
Why Maldives is important to China?
Lakshmi V Menon
ISIS and the Yazidi victims: Why the World should stand up?
Harini Madhusudan
US- China Tariff Face-off : Five questions
Jamyang Dolma
Why is Free Tibet important for India
Divyabharathi E
Arctic: The Strategic Significance
Lakshmi V Menon
Do we need the Quad?
Samreen Wani
Why Trump’s Iran exit is a big mistake?
Jamyang Dolma
Inter Korean Summit: Will it work?
Dhruv Ashok
The Fishermen Issue between India and Sri Lanka
Apoorva Sudhakar
Bangladesh's Economy: Decoding a Success Story
Ann Maria Shibu
Why India should not pull out of the Indus water treaty?
Divyabharathi E