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Michelle Wu Becomes Boston’s First Asian American Mayor in Historic Election

A combination of big picture changes in Boston along with personal talent have propelled Michelle Wu to the mayor’s office.

The News Lens · Nov 4, 2021

Filipino Migrants Are Agents of Change

Stereotypes tell of disenfranchised labor. But the experience of people abroad can seed change at home, too.

The News Lens · Nov 4, 2021

Do Civil Servants in Taiwan Earn Twice as Much as Private Sector Workers?

The mystery of how much Taiwan’s civil servants earn shows the government to be unserious about transparency and raising wages.

The News Lens · Nov 3, 2021

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Soviet-era Memories Shape European Lawmakers’ View of China and Taiwan

“Lithuania has suffered badly under the Soviet communist regime,” a parliamentarian said. “Unfortunately, what the Chinese government is doing, on many levels, is worse.”

The News Lens · Nov 3, 2021

Singapore Bans Book About Censorship for Including Charlie Hebdo Cartoons

A book was banned over “offensive images” containing cartoons depicting the Muslim Prophet Muhammad. The cartoons were the same ones published in the French satirical weekly Charlie Hebdo in 2015.

The News Lens · Nov 2, 2021

Should Snitches Get Stitches?

Restorative justice is not the only method for dealing with situations where trust has been broken.

The News Lens · Nov 1, 2021

The Legal Case For Defending Taiwan

If a narrow interpretation of international law saw China attack Taiwan, a League of Nations-style crisis would ensue.

The News Lens · Oct 29, 2021

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10 Misconceptions About Raising the Minimum Wage in Taiwan

Don’t believe the fearmongers. A low minimum wage is a political choice, not an economic necessity.

The News Lens · Oct 28, 2021

Japan’s Intensifying Refugee Debate

In Japan, the death of a Sri Lankan migrant highlighted the importance of thorough discussion on the provision of impartial treatment to detainees and asylum seekers.

The News Lens · Oct 28, 2021

Amnesty International Closing Hong Kong Offices Amid Security Concerns

The Hong Kong offices have a sister location in Bangkok. The group continues to conduct research and advocacy work across other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

The News Lens · Oct 27, 2021

Taiwan Might Be a Country for Women in Politics. Can It Be So in Business?

Female executives governed less than 14% of Taiwan’s listed companies, a report shows.

The News Lens · Oct 26, 2021

Would a War Over Taiwan Be Legal?

International law defines statehood and provides the rules of war, but ambiguities abound in the case of Taiwan.

The News Lens · Oct 26, 2021

On Taiwan’s Mount Zion, Memories of KMT Oppression Are Essential To Religious Mythology

Mount Zion, a Protestant pilgrimage site and religious community of around 300 deep in the mountains of southern Taiwan, has an origin story deeply entangled with history and politics.

The News Lens · Oct 25, 2021

Thai Water Project Clears Major Hurdle After China Shows Interest

The Thai government has approved a crucial environmental impact assessment for the Yuam River water diversion project. Rights groups are worrying about the villages a new reservoir would displace.

The News Lens · Oct 25, 2021

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The News Lens · Oct 23, 2021

Chen Po-Wei Ousted in Recall Election

Chen, a pro-independence legislator, lost his campaign by fewer than 5,000 votes out of more than 150,000 cast.

The News Lens · Oct 22, 2021

China Blacks Out NBA Celtics Games Over Tibet, Xi Comments

Broadcaster Tencent has scrubbed all Boston games, highlights and replays after player Enes Kanter called President Xi a “brutal dictator.” Meanwhile, 43 nations formally criticized China over its treatment of Uyghurs..

The News Lens · Oct 21, 2021

Taiwan: Deepfake Pornographic Video Victims Call for New Laws Against Sexual Violence in Cyberspace

The president vowed that the government would tighten laws to crack down on disinformation and AI-generated fake videos.

The News Lens · Oct 20, 2021

Political Fallout of the KMT Chairmanship Election

Chu, a seasoned politician with a prior stint as the KMT chairman, will face the challenges of leading a fractured party, resetting cross-strait dialogue, and strategizing against the ruling DPP in the 2022 local elections.

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The News Lens · Oct 19, 2021

If Pushed Far Enough, Would Myanmar Leave ASEAN?

Myanmar’s generals once feared joining the regional body would expose the country to foreign pressures.

The News Lens · Oct 19, 2021

New Research Finds a Growing Appetite for Australian Books Overseas, With Increased Demand in China

Over half of all deals were for children’s books.

The News Lens · Oct 18, 2021

China Seen Tightening Grip on Macao

HONG KONG — China is tightening its grip on Macao, having incorporated the former Portuguese colony into a cooperation zone with Guangzhou, capital of China’s Guangdong province, clamped down on casinos and manipulated a local parliamentary election.

The News Lens · Oct 15, 2021

Why Are Czech Elites Being Captured by Beijing Narratives?

By David Gardas

The News Lens · Oct 14, 2021

Taiwanese Students Are Curious. Can Their Schools Be As Well?

By Ashley C.

The News Lens · Oct 13, 2021

Japan Bids to Harness the Energy of Super Typhoons

At the peak of its power on September 27, Mindulle was classified as the third super typhoon to form in the Western Pacific this year, with winds gusting up to 195 kilometers per hour (120 mph).

The News Lens · Oct 12, 2021

Analysts: Thaw in Sino-US Trade Dispute Would Lift World Supply Chains, Dent Southeast Asia

By Ralph Jennings

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