Richard Weitz
Richard Weitz writes a weekly column on Asia-Pacific strategic and security issues. He is director of the Center for Political-Military Analysis and a Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute. His commentaries have appeared in the International Herald Tribune, The Guardian and Wall Street Journal (Europe), among other publications.
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The Geopolitics of Missile Defense
Many nations already have, or are acquiring, short- and medium-range missiles. The United States is leading the efforts to negate such threats.
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Obama 2.0 Confronts Asia
President Obama was broadly successful in the Asia-Pacific during his first term. He’ll have to work harder the second time around.
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The Long Shadow of Chemical Weapons
As recent debates swirl around nuclear weapons, chemical weapons have the potential to cause great harm -- especially in Asia.
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The North Korea Problem
Pyongyang has successfully tested a long-range rocket. What may happen next -- including missiles someday armed with nuclear warheads -- could make matters worse.
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Who is Best for Asia: Romney or Obama? You Decide.
During Monday's foreign policy debate, Asia's future was an important topic. Dr. Richard Weitz breaks down the candidates' positions.
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Can Moscow and Washington Join Hands in the Pacific?
With Russia intensifying its regional diplomacy and America 'rebalancing' to the Pacific, both nations have much to gain by working together.
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The Resurgence of the U.S.- Japan Relationship
While some focus on recent tensions, Tokyo and Washington have been quietly strengthening their security alliance.
