Archive
2013
Soft Power and China-Japan Relations
By Ankit Panda
Soft power won't solve all problems for these East Asian neighbors, but it can ease the path away from brinksmanship.
China Responds to Japan’s Defense Package
By Shannon Tiezzi
China's response to Japan's national security strategy reveals the underlying issues of history, distrust and hypocrisy.
Vietnam, the US, and China: A Love Triangle?
By Shannon Tiezzi
As part of the rebalance to Asia, the U.S. continues to woo Vietnam while China looks on.
Chang’e-3: Flying China’s Dream to the Moon
By Jin Kai
The successful landing of the Yutu rover on the moon shows that the "China dream" is not limited to Earth.
Cat Burglar: Unemployed Japanese Man Stole $185,000 to Feed Feline Friends
By J.T. Quigley
Mamoru Demizu spent $250 a day to provide premium food to 120 cats, mostly strays.
A Three-Pronged Approach to the ADIZ
By Amitai Etzioni
In responding to the ADIZ, the U.S. needs to consider carefully its position on China as a rising power.
New Zealand Attracts Hollywood Films with Increased Subsidies
By Angela Erika Kubo
The government hopes that it can revive its ailing film industry.
China to Prioritize Great Power Relations in 2014
By Zachary Keck
On Monday Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined China’s diplomatic objectives for the coming year.
Rodman Headed for Pyongyang Despite Political Turmoil
By J.T. Quigley
Days after Jang Song-Thaek’s execution, “The Worm” confirms a return visit.
USS Cowpens Incident Reveals Strategic Mistrust Between U.S. and China
By Carl Thayer
The potential remains for mishaps involving naval vessels and military aircraft in the South China Sea.
Missing Sombath Still Dogging Laos
By Luke Hunt
Scrutiny from human rights groups and charges from the ICC likely if officials don’t come clean.
Human InSecurity in India
By Ram Mashru
Recent communal violence highlights India’s human security problem.