Asia
Heirs in races
Who could replace Narendra Modi?
A leadership struggle is brewing in India’s ruling party
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In South-East Asia, the war in Gaza is roiling emotions
The governments of Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore have responded very differently
Out of the blue
India has quietly transformed its ports
That is good for trade, and a good sign for reform
The view from the top
Singapore has achieved astounding economic success
Can Lawrence Wong, its incoming PM, oversee further growth?
The 4G era begins
An interview with Lawrence Wong, Singapore’s next PM
He will be just the fourth person to hold that position
Pensions and penury
Japan and South Korea are struggling with old-age poverty
Their problems may be instructive for other countries
No to GMO
The Philippines bans some genetically modified foods
But golden rice could help thousands of nutrient-deficient children
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Meet the maharajas of the world’s biggest democracy
Indian officialdom still treats citizens like subjects
Young and conservative
Even disillusioned young Indian voters favour Narendra Modi
They worry about their future, but do not blame the BJP
No longer just made in China
Chinese firms are expanding in South-East Asia
This new business diaspora is younger, better-educated and ambitious
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The family feud that holds the Philippines back
Squabbling between the Marcos and Duterte clans makes politics unpredictable