"A purdah mentality still dogs Indian society," writes Mira Kamdar. "A woman who can be seen is seen as a woman available for violation."
John Ciorciari argues that in 2013, economic concerns should take precedence over nationalism in the conflict over the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands.
Well-traveled photographer Anjum Vahanvati turned a car breakdown in northern India into an award-winning photo opportunity.
With resurgent nationalism just one trend potentially threatening the region, the new leaders settling into office need to provide steady hands.
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A group of boys pose for a photo in Ko Lanta, Thailand on January 2, 2013. (soleir/Flickr)