1. India’s Shale Gas Boom: Dream or Reality?

    Economy South Asia India

    Shale gas has been called a “game changer” for India. But some tough obstacles remain.

  2. An Asian Power Web Emerges

    Security Topic

    With growing integration and cooperation, new power relations are emerging within the region. U.S. policymakers should take note.

  3. Shadow Puppets and Special Forces: Indonesia’s Fragile Democracy

    Politics Region Southeast Asia Indonesia

    Shocking violence in March reveals the dark side of power politics in Indonesia.

  4. The Nuclear Suppliers Group at the Crossroads

    Security

    The Group needs to adhere to its principles, if its role in nonproliferation is to continue.

  5. India’s Anti-Access Trump Card

    Security South Asia India

    New Delhi’s naval capabilities may never match its ambitions, but an A2/AD strategy would enable it to exercise significant influence in maritime affairs.

  6. Middlepowerism & Continuity in South Korean Foreign Policy

    East Asia Politics Region South Korea

    The way Seoul defines its middle-power status could offer the best insight into its policy direction.

  7. The US Marine Corps in the Pivot to the Pacific

    East Asia Security

    The centerpiece of the U.S. Pivot to the Pacific, the Marines are moving forward.