Archive
January 2013
Machiavelli's Paradox
Question: Is it better to be feared or loved when combating an insurgency?
World Bank Cuts Global Growth Forecast for 2013
While growth globally may not be ideal, Asia’s rise as an economic giant looks sure to continue.
Britain's Asia Comeback?
Some are suggesting Britain could once again be a player in Asia’s security landscape.
The Key To Asia's Future
With Western economies facing serious challenges, regional cooperation, greater intra-Asia trade and development will define the region’s future.
Bears Win Reprieve in Vietnam
A sanctuary devoted to bears rescued from bile farms has won a reprieve from the government.
iPad 5 Alert: Apple's New Tablet to be "Significantly Lighter and Slimmer"
iPad 5 and a slew of updated Apple products could be in the cards.
India: In Need of a New Pakistan Strategy
Recent events demonstrate why India must craft a wholly different strategy to deal with Pakistan
Japan's Economic Stimulus Plan
Abe has moved quickly in passing measures to grow Japan’s economy. Can he turn things around?
China's Myanmar Problem
With conflict raging on China’s borders with Myanmar, Beijing weighs the possible influx of refugees.
ASEAN Heads to the Ballot Box in 2013
Although voters in at least four ASEAN countries will go to the polls this year, don’t expect much change.
Political Jockeying Ahead of Malaysia's Elections
This month the government of Najib Razak broke with precedent by allowing the opposition to stage a rally as election season kicks into gear.
The Real Anti-Access Story
Given the advancing capabilities of China’s anti-access forces, questions of diffusion and proliferation bear consideration.