December 31, 2011

Japan’s Defense Industry Lifeline

The Japanese government’s decision to relax rules on defense exports has the potential to give the country a much-needed national security boost.

Mekong Battle Delayed

The announcement that a decision over whether to proceed with the controversial Xayaburi dam has been delayed has been welcomed by NGOs. But will Laos push ahead anyway?

A Year of Protest

The Arab Spring and Occupy Wall Street protests may have captured the headlines. But don’t forget about Asia.