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Who's challenging Beijing in the South China Sea?

Grzegorz Szymanowski | Janina Semenova
December 10, 2024

China’s dominance in the South China Sea faces resistance from the Philippines and Vietnam. Two nations, two strategies — US alignment vs. non-alignment. Which approach is more effective to counter Beijing's ambitions?

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DW correspondent and author Janina Semenova
Janina Semenova German journalist and editor with a special focus on Russia
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OHCHR criticizes Bangladesh's Digital Security Act

Rory Mungoven, the head of UN Human Rights Commission's (OHCHR) Asia-Pacific section, tells DW that many provisions in Bangladesh's Digital Security Act are vaguely defined to target government critics.
PoliticsMarch 3, 202101:36 min
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Amartya Sen: 'Secularism in India has been weakened'

In a DW interview, Amartya Sen, a Nobel prize-winning economist, says minorities are facing a tough time in India.
PoliticsAugust 17, 202025:31 min
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EU mulls relations with Syria's new leaders

With other actors being quick to try to exert influence, the EU must decide how to engage with those now in power.
PoliticsDecember 18, 202402:38 min
French NATO troops exercise with a Ceaser howitzer at a training area in Finland.

NATO holds its largest-ever artillery exercise in Europe

DW's Alexandra von Nahmen reports from a training area in Finland's far north, close to the border with Russia.
PoliticsNovember 21, 202402:37 min
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Fact check: Disinformation against Muslims on the rise

Hate comments against Muslims and migrants have increased sharply. Here's a look at the most common narratives and who is behind them. 
PoliticsOctober 22, 202408:02 min
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Mapped Out - Navigating a changing world

Do you find it hard to steer through a complex world – mired in border disputes, land conflicts and wars over resources? You’re not alone. Let’s explore all things geopolitical together and chart possible solutions.

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