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Would China and Russia Support a North Korean Insurgency?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
It likely depends on North Korea’s use of weapons of mass destruction in a conflict with the U.S. and South Korea.
Russia’s Future Armor Force Could Be in Trouble
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Recent announcements by the Russian Ministry of Defense indicate that Russia’s most ambitious armor program is in trouble.
Schrodinger’s Pivot: The Emptiness of the Eastern Economic Forum
By Nicholas Trickett
Russia’s incoherent strategy at home and abroad continues to undercut its Asian-facing initiatives such as the Eastern Economic Forum.
A Steven Seagal Guide to Eurasia
By Bradley Jardine
The action star has a long history of involvement in Eurasian affairs.
Pakistan’s Bad Reaction to the BRICS Declaration
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
Islamabad’s defensive reaction was more self-damaging than the BRICS’ original statement.
Is Russia's Arms Industry About to Fall Off a Cliff?
By Robert Farley
The future of Russia's arms industry appear bleak.
After Doklam, India and China to Meet at BRICS Summit
By Tridivesh Singh Maini
On many fronts, India has grown more distant from the other members of BRICS.
Russia to Receive 100 Next-Generation Battle Tanks by 2020
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The deputy defense minister reiterated that Russia’s deadliest tank will be ready for combat by 2020.
China Quietly Looms Over Zapad 2017 Exercises
By Nicholas Trickett
Any Russian aggression out of the exercises could hurt Sino-Russian relations.
Why Russia Wants the US to Stay in Afghanistan
By Samuel Ramani
Moscow would like to avoid having to militarily intervene itself.
Interview with Gerard Toal: Why Does Russia Invade Its Neighbors?
By Casey Michel
"Putin is an experienced geopolitician now, though his 'victories' may not look so good in the long run."
Sino-Russian Shadow Competition Plays Out in Egypt
By Nicholas Trickett
A legacy of competition exists between the two powers -- can Russia shadowbox China in Egypt?