The urban population is set to double by 2050
James C. Scott, an anthropologist, shed light on an ungovernable region
A new report shows just how far China is falling behind
The army tries to restore order after Sheikh Hasina, the country’s “iron lady”, escapes
Pita Limjaroenrat and his Move Forward Party have been banned
Domestic politics and great-power rivalries will make transitioning to democracy hard
The government’s response to bad news is to stick its fingers in its ears
She would be the first woman to hold the top role
His experience, popularity and international reputation offer new hope for a democratic future
The race to succeed him next month is unusually unpredictable