Archive
June 2014
India Launches its Largest Warship: INS Vikramaditya
By Ankit Panda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over the formal induction of India's largest naval asset: the INS Vikramaditya.
Is China Changing Its Approach to Maritime Disputes?
By Jin Kai
China may be shifting its strategy from "reactive assertiveness" to proactive engagement.
Iraq Crisis Tests China's Foreign Policy
By Shannon Tiezzi
Despite major interests in Iraq, China is unwilling to get involved in the current conflict.
In China, 'History Is a Religion'
By Zheng Wang
The Diplomat speaks with Zheng Wang about the role of history in Chinese politics, including foreign policy.
China’s Not So Secret War on Religion
By Steve Finch
‘Recent developments indicate increased measures to control Islam and Christianity.’
Moon Power: China’s Pursuit of Lunar Helium-3
By Fabrizio Bozzato
The equitable development of fusion fuel on the moon could be a catalyst for clean energy and a global renaissance.
Thailand’s ‘Happy’ Coup
By Mong Palatino
The generals have taken over the country, and they want the people to be happy about it.
New Research Could Make Nuclear Energy Safer
By Clint Richards
New technology could make nuclear plants less susceptible to disaster, and possibly ease Japanese fears.
China’s Information Warfare Campaign and the South China Sea: Bring It On!
By Carl Thayer
As its dispute with Vietnam continues, China is trying to have it both ways at the United Nations.
How Representative Were India's Elections?
By Sanjay Kumar
India's 2014 elections are being regarded as a success but were they representative?
Beijing Is Tempting Fate
By Michael Mazza
Recent flybys continue a disturbing pattern of aggression based on dangerous assumptions.
Modi in Bhutan: From Energy to Wellbeing
By Gaurav Daga
Tiny Bhutan has more to offer India than just hydropower.