The Globalist

Explaining one of the world’s most unique culinary traditions.

Every country I have lived in has had a history of culture wars, but at the same time also a history of cultural cross-fertilization.

Japan’s long history of mask-wearing may be the global future.

Reflections on the futility of food nationalism.

Why the Japan-India relationship refuses to take off.

Despite a similarity in temperament, Europe and India struggle to enhance their partnership. Why?

This year’s big Oscar-winner indicates that the U.S. and China are two sides of the same coin.

A real-life guide to the befuddling world of Chinese naming conventions.

Beards can be acts of masculine messaging. Narendra Modi is using his beard for identity politics.

A lifelong globalist and globe-trotting journalist joins The Globalist as Deputy Editor-in-Chief and lays out her vision.