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China
US-Philippines Reach Deal on US Military Access
By Zachary Keck
Manila will welcome the U.S. military back to the country after ejecting it in 1992.
The Atheists of Beijing
By Zachary Keck
Less people in China believe that faith in God is necessary to be a moral person than any other country.
Of Course the PLA is Planning for a 'Short, Sharp War'
By James R. Holmes
The "revelation" that China's military is planning for a quick war with Japan should shock no one.
Saudi Arabia, China's 'Good Friend'
By Shannon Tiezzi
Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister and Crown Prince is in Beijing for meetings with Chinese leaders.
Second Thomas Shoal Tensions Intensify
By Zachary Keck
The Philippines, China, and the U.S. are upping a war of words over Beijing’s blocking of Filipino civilian vessels.
5 Ways Russia’s Ukraine ‘Boomerang’ Could Strike Asia
By Harry Kazianis
Putin has warned that U.S. action over Ukraine would have a boomerang effect. Will the target be Asia?
India Wades Into South China Sea Dispute
By Zachary Keck
Indian officials have suggested that Delhi is preparing to become more actively involved in the South China Sea.
China Draws ‘Red Line’ on US, Not North Korea
By Zachary Keck
Western media outlets reported this weekend that China’s FM Wang Yi drew a “red line” against Pyongyang. He didn’t.
Taiwan: Why China Backs Russia on Ukraine
By James R. Holmes
By calling for a peaceful solution to the Ukraine crisis, China is hoping that Kiev submits to Russia.
Mearsheimer Is Dangerously Optimistic
By James R. Holmes
Mearsheimer’s claim that China’s military power is significantly inferior to the U.S. misses the point.
Venezuela Uses Chinese Weapons in Crackdown
By Zachary Keck
The Venezuelan government is using weapons it purchased from China in its efforts to repress protesters.
Beijing Strikes at Hong Kong With APEC Move
By Tyler Roney
The decision to move the APEC meeting from Hong Kong to Beijing comes amidst PRC disdain for Hong Kong protests.