Asia-Pacific
Regional Overview Archive

Our monthly analysis briefs break down the latest ACLED data on political violence and protest trends around the world, highlighting potential early warning signs for closer monitoring.

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Regional Overview: South Asia and Afghanistan
26 June-2 July 2021

7 July 2021

Last week in South Asia, the Taliban continued to overtake territory in Afghanistan, despite government forces launching counter-offensives, especially in the north, where they were supported by local pro-government militia forces. In Pakistan, Tehreek-i-Taliban (TTP) militants and Baloch separatists targeted security forces and civilians, expanding their attacks from the border and tribal areas to cities.…

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Regional Overview: East Asia
26 June-2 July 2021

7 July 2021

Last week in East Asia, several top North Korean officials were demoted after being held responsible for the country’s “great crisis” — related to the failure to respond to the coronavirus pandemic (The New York Times, 29 June 2021). In South Korea, the parliament passed a resolution demanding that Japan consult neighboring countries regarding the…

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Regional Overview: Southeast Asia
19-25 June 2021

30 June 2021

Last week in Southeast Asia, anti-coup protesters in Myanmar continued to protest against the military regime. Meanwhile, there was a decrease in attacks targeting those perceived to be in support of the junta. Additionally, deadly clashes between local defense groups and the military continued, with significant clashes taking place in Mandalay city and Sagaing region.…

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