Archive
2013
Indian PM Signs Border Defense Agreement with China
The agreement should improve communication between the two militaries.
After Dressing Down for “Cool Biz,” Japanese Workers Layer Up for “Warm Biz”
Environmental Ministry asks offices and homes to set thermostats to 20°C.
Why South Korea’s Building an Impressive Navy
Some argue the ROK Navy’s rising power is pointless. But there are multiple purposes to navies.
Afghanistan's Election Commission Disqualifies Presidential Candidates
Afghanistan’s Election Commission disqualified sixteen presidential candidates from the 2014 election.
Could Masahiro Tanaka be MLB’s Next Japanese Sensation?
The young right-hander is expected to garner a $60 million posting fee.
Lifting the Veil on China’s “Carrier-Killer”
A new report traces the DF-21D’s origins, developments and possible uses in combat conditions.
How the Chinese Bureaucracy Decides
The recent toughening of Beijing’s policy on North Korea is a case study of how policy decisions get made within the Chinese government.
Bitcoin Booms, China Helps
The Baidu imprimatur is proving a boon for the crypto-currency, which has features likely to appeal to Chinese netizens.
Aussie Scientists: Money Does Grow On (Eucalyptus) Trees
Team finds gold in eucalyptus branches and leaves.
Malaysia’s Budget Woes
Prime Minister Najib Razak is under pressure to raise taxes to address Malaysia’s persistent budget deficits.
Myanmar’s Lawless Land
Myanmar’s fledgling reforms have attracted significant Western interest. But they have also brought thousands of land claims by ethnic villagers.
N. American Retailer Group Pushes for Factory Reform in Bangladesh
After recent tragedies at Bangladeshi factories, safety and transparency at forefront.