Arts
Film on daring female surfer makes waves in Bangladesh
'No Dorai' yanked from cinemas over lead character's name
Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan
Belt and Road
Xinhua begins Pakistan language service to push Belt and Road
Islamabad hopes China's state news agency will improve image of projects
Opinion
2020 look ahead: Politics and protectionism to dominate Indian economy
Slowing growth needs corporate kick-start, but Modi only offers distractions
Politics
India citizenship law fuels fear and anti-immigrant fervor in Assam
Muslims feel targeted while nationalists decry leniency for other groups
Photos
2019 in pictures: Looking back at a year of celebrations, confrontations and more
A selection of striking images from across Asia, and the stories behind them
Tea Leaves
Sri Lankan crab curry spreads hope and flavor
A regional dish may help heal the wounds of a bitter civil war
International relations
Mahathir's Muslim summit turns Malaysia-Saudi ties bitter
The kingdom may cut hajj pilgrimage quotas for Malaysians in retaliation
Politics
Hundreds arrested in India during days of protests over citizenship law
At least 19 killed in clashes between police and protesters
Most read in 2019
Nikkei Asian Review's most read stories of 2019
Thai King, Hong Kong protests, Japan's sleeping diamonds
International relations
Flood of Chinese onions shows Nepal's push to ease India reliance
Kathmandu responds to Indian export ban by looking north
Tea Leaves
Small border crossings can have big dimensions
India and Pakistan test if a frontier gate can help build some trust
Life
Digital platforms help to save traditional Nepalese homes
Refurbishment boom sustains local culture but sometimes threatens authenticity
Kashmir turmoil
Kashmir conflict takes toll on India and Pakistan economies
Business groups step up calls to improve economic ties
International relations
Modi-Abe summit postponed amid protests over citizenship bill
Bangladeshi minister also cancels visit as tensions in northeast India escalate
Opinion
India's citizenship changes are immoral and self-defeating
Making it harder for Muslims to become citizens risks global backlash
Economy
Khan boasts of Pakistan's economic revival despite slow demand
Cheap currency reduces current-account deficit, but interest rate stays high
Belt and Road
China grips Sri Lanka with artificial island off Colombo
Development and legal framework draw 'one country, two systems' comparison
Opinion
Asia must rethink its cities to make the most of urbanization
Detailed maps, better transport and affordable homes are vital for growth
Economy
Sri Lanka awaits winter tourists to revive terror-hit sector
Some flights resume, bringing hope of earlier-than-expected recovery
