Archive
April 2014
Australia and Japan Conclude Free Trade Deal
By Anthony Fensom
After seven years of negotiation, the two countries have concluded a ‘historic’ Economic Partnership Agreement.
Khmer Rouge Tribunal Gears Up for Next Round
By Luke Hunt
Hearings in the next case against surviving leaders of the Pol Pot regime are expected to begin later this year.
Inside Myanmar’s Karen State
By Brennan O`Connor
Largely hidden from the world, the state can now contemplate the possibility of peace for the first time in decades.
Will Narva Be Russia’s Next Crimea?
By Daniel Berman
Estonia would be the perfect battlefield for Russia and Putin to continue the war they began with Georgia in 2008.
Russian Military Spending Soars
By Zachary Keck
Russia’s defense spending will increase by 18% in 2014, and another 33% over the next two years.
Protestors to Leave Taiwan's Legislature on Thursday
By Shannon Tiezzi
Concessions from legislative speaker Wang Jin-pyng led protestors to announce an end to their occupation of the LY.
After Japan Visit, Hagel Tries to Improve China Ties
By Shannon Tiezzi
Hagel will find it difficult to improve ties with Beijing while also increasing cooperation with Tokyo.
7 Million Vote in Afghanistan Elections
By Ankit Panda
Seven million of twelve million eligible Afghans voted in an election that is being regarded as a success.
South China Sea: Regional States Push Back Against China
By Carl Thayer
South China Sea claimant states have begun pushing back against China’s assertiveness.
Pope Francis' China Challenge
By Justin McDonnell
China and the Vatican don't have the best of historical relationships. Could Pope Francis change that?
The Global Origins of China’s Domestic Conflicts
By Zheng Wang and Vance Crowe
Increasing domestic conflicts are an unintended consequence of the rapid globalization behind China's rise.
Unintended Consequences of US Alliances in Asia
By Robert E. Kelly
The benefits of US alliances in Asia are often touted, but what about the costs?