Archive
April 2014
Obama in Malaysia: A Strategic Partnership?
By Joshua Kurlantzick
During his upcoming visit, the U.S. president should not ignore the serious recent setbacks in Malaysian democracy.
Measuring Naval Power: Bigger Ain’t Always Better
By James R. Holmes
Aggregate tonnage alone doesn’t win naval battles in the modern era, and suggesting otherwise is dangerous.
Apple iWatch Rumor Roundup
By Vlad Andrici
Making sense of the mass of speculation about a potential wearable device.
China Expands Cyber Spying
By Zachary Keck
Mandiant’s latest report concludes Chinese cyber espionage has expanded despite embarrassing public exposures.
Obama’s Approval Rating Rises in Asia
By Zachary Keck
Obama’s approval ratings in Asia rose 8 percent last year, even as they declined among those most concerned about China.
After Taiwan Protests, Chinese Leaders Stress Continued Cross-Strait Ties
By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing wants to carry on as normal with cross-strait relations. Will that be possible after the Sunflower Movement?
In India, Politics Is Criminal
By Ram Mashru
One-third of Indian MPs have criminal charges pending. Can this situation be fixed?
Philippines, United States Agree on New Security Accord
By Ankit Panda
The agreement will be signed by President Obama when he visits the Philippines later this month.
South Korea, United States Hold Largest Ever Joint Air Drill
By Ankit Panda
Plus, China's new Shenyang J-15 jet makes an appearance, and the U.S. Air Force's A-10 gets ready to retire.
China Postpones Panda Diplomacy With Malaysia
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, the Sunflower Movement moves on, pollution data from Beijing, and US football in Chongqing. Friday China links.
The Growing Media Presence of Pakistan’s Militants
By Arsla Jawaid
Through media intimidation and neglect, militants are gaining access to an increasingly large audience in Pakistan.
US-ASEAN Defense Ministers Meet in Hawaii
By Carl Thayer
The meeting marks the first time ASEAN ministers have met in the United States.