Archive
October 2015
Will Irregularities and Fraud Spoil Myanmar’s Election?
By Joshua Kurlantzick
The past few weeks have given observers cause for concern.
Diplomatic Dialogue in the Internet Age
By Emanuel Pastreich
It is time to back the tradition of “penned conversations.”
A First: Japanese and US Navies Hold Exercise in South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
Following Malabar 2015, a Japanese destroyer and a U.S. carrier are exercising together in the South China Sea.
Why US FON Operations in the South China Sea Make Sense
By Jonathan G. Odom
The U.S. Navy’s Freedom of Navigation Program is an important expression of international law.
How South Korea's Growing Multiculturalism Could Complicate Unification
By Steven Denney
A new report underscores the challenges of integrating "new Koreans" in the event of national unification.
China’s Meritocracy Vs. Western Democracy
By David Volodzko
Is China's meritocracy actually a better alternative to Western-style democracy?
Kerry Off to Central Asia Amid Pressure to Bring Up Human Rights
By Catherine Putz
A quick look at what to read as Kerry travels the region and a few other recommended reads.
China: Court Ruling on South China Sea Case 'Null and Void'
By Shannon Tiezzi
More on the South China Sea and China's fifth plenum, plus updates on Nepal and China's EU diplomacy. Friday links.
Japan Launches New Warship
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A Japanese shipyard has launched a new minesweeper for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.
India’s First New Stealth Submarine Begins Sea Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first of six Scorpene-class diesel-electric submarines started sea trials in Mumbai this week.
This Fighter Might Replace Indonesia's Aging F-5 Fighters (Hint: Not the Su-35)
By Benjamin David Baker
Sweden’s Saab recently unveiled a new bid to gain access to Indonesia’s fighter market. Can it beat the Russian favorite?
Is Genocide Underway in Myanmar?
By Shawn W. Crispin
A new legal analysis released this week presents strong evidence that it is.
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