Archive
June 3, 2011
The Sad Truth of China’s Education
Next week, Chinese students take the national college entrance exam. It’s the soul-destroying culmination of years of study. And as good as it gets.
Free Speech in Thailand
Thailand‘s lèse-majesté laws are notorious. But do Thais care enough to get behind a push ahead of elections to amend the rules?
Australia's Indonesia Headache
Canberra shouldn’t be surprised by Indonesia’s quest for US military hardware. But how will it balance Jakarta?
Gates: China Military Ties Better
US Defence Secretary Robert Gates says US-China military ties are improving, though some concerns remain.
Pacific Partnership Series
In the first in a series on the Pacific Partnership, The Diplomat looks at who’s involved, and how much it costs.
How China Disappoints EU
Disappointed over human rights and the rule of law in China, don’t expect European leaders to lift the arms embargo.
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