Archive
2013
Justin Bieber Surprises Philippine Typhoon Victims With Secret Visit
By The Diplomat Staff
The global pop star traveled to Tacoloban, Philippines to perform for victims of Typhoon Haiyan.
Relax, Afghanistan Isn’t Going to Collapse
By Robert Farley
Regional states have too many interests at stake in Afghanistan to allow a repeat of the 1990s.
Preserving History and The Long Peace
By James R. Holmes
War and peace are too complex to attribute to generational change alone. Still, preserving history can’t hurt.
After Shanghai Disappears Under a Blanket of Smog, State Media Touts It as a “Defensive Advantage”
By J.T. Quigley
Severe air pollution brings China’s financial hub to its knees as news outlets criticized over positive coverage.
INS Vikramaditya and the Aircraft Carrier Debate
By Abhijit Singh
A new carrier like India’s does more than just denote blue-water capability.
Cambodia to Lift Ban on International Adoptions
By Angela Erika Kubo
The resumption of intercountry adoptions comes four years after reports of child abuse and trafficking.
Is Kim Jong-Un Headed For China?
By Zachary Keck
Chinese state media is calling for the North Korean leader to be invited to Beijing, suggesting a trip will be forthcoming.
John Kerry to Visit Vietnam and the Philippines This Week
By Zachary Keck
Following a quick trip to the Middle East, Kerry will visit the two Southeast Asian countries through next week.
Chinese Coal Use to Hit 4.8 Billion Metric Tons Annually by 2020
By John C.K. Daly
China's coal consumption will continue to rise rapidly, despite a heavy human and environmental cost.
People Smugglers Feel the Pinch
By Luke Hunt
People smugglers find business tougher as the Australian government’s crackdown begins to have an impact.
Aussie Scientists May Have Solved the Global Water Shortage Crisis
By J.T. Quigley
Massive undersea freshwater reserves may be able to quench humanity’s thirst.
India Wins Big With Global Trade Deal
By Ankit Panda
The WTO's first global trade deal saw India accomplish an important diplomatic objective.