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The Precarious Position of Hong Kong’s Sovereignty
On October 12, two young legislators from Hong Kong, Baggio Leung and Yau Wai-ching, used their Legislative Council…
Keeping Up with the Parks: All You Need to Know About…
A whole new bewitching Korean soap opera has completely redefined horizons for many K-drama fans worldwide. With…
Xi’s Consolidation of Power: Why China May Define our…
On October 27th 2016, the world watched as China officially named its President Xi Jinping the ‘core leader’ of…
Australia Deporting Nauru Island Refugees: A Scramble…
As a client state of Australia, Nauru Island has forever been dependent on the aid and resources from the…
Xi Jinping Gains the Status of China’s “Core…
Three weeks ago the 6th annual plenum of the 18th Chinese Central Committee was held in Beijing. Due to their…
Beyond Whitewashing: Marvel’s Erasure of Tibet in…
Tilda Swinton’s casting of The Ancient One for Marvel’s most recent release Doctor Strange is mostly presented as…
The South China Sea Dispute: A Diplomatic Showdown
With rising tensions in the South China Sea, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries are…
An American Alliance in Confusion
This past week Rodrigo Duterte, the new president of the Philippines, made a state visit to Beijing where he gave a…
The Passing of the King: Thailand’s New Era
The recent passing of Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej has thrust the country into a period of mourning, leaving…
South China Sea: The Stand-Off Explained
Rodrigo Duterte, the current President of the Philippines, recently stated the country will no longer challenge…
ICC Expands Remit to Environmental Crimes: Is This What…
Cambodia’s land reforms in 2001 have led to over 10 years of violent and coercive land grabs, damaging the…
Chinese Premier Li’s visit: Where Canada Stands…
From September 21st to 24th, all eyes were on Ottawa as Canada played host to Chinese Premier Li Keqiang in what…