Forcing a ‘Russian law,’ Georgia’s government is complicating EU prospects
A year after major street protests forced the ruling party to back down over ‘foreign agents’ legislation, it’s bent on success this time, Tbilisi-based ICWA fellow Aron Ouzilevski says.
Earthquake response burnishes Taiwan’s international reputation
ICWA fellow Edric Huang witnessed the largest quake to hit the island in 25 years.
EU reforms asylum system but core problems remain
ICWA fellows on the push factors driving migrants to Europe and voter support for stricter control.
In a cost-of-living crisis, young East Asians scale back their dreams
ICWA fellows on the burden of rising prices and inequality in South Korea and Taiwan.
After Navalny’s death, Russian exile leaders urge greater opposition
The West must repel the Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine and prepare for a long transition of power in Moscow, dissidents say.
ICWA fellows on a consequential year for democracy
Key elections are taking place in Asia, Latin America and Europe.
Misapprehensions are blocking a resolution in Niger
With other West African countries taking sides in the standoff, insecurity in the region is rising to new levels.
Local communities confront the new reality of climate change
Amid major heatwaves, ICWA fellows describe change and adaptation in Europe and Africa.
After the Wagner mutiny, is Putin still Russia’s irreplaceable man?
The mercenary group’s revolt raises more questions than answers, ICWA fellows say.