Archive
June 2014
S. Korean PM Nominee: Japan’s Occupation Was ‘God’s Will’
By Zachary Keck
A leaked video shows Park's prime minister nominee saying that Japan's occupation and Korea's division were "God's will."
Jokowi’s Plans?
By Joshua Kurlantzick
The frontrunner in Indonesia's presidential election has been remarkably vague on his policies.
Prime Minister Modi to Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon
By Alyssa Ayres
The visit builds on Modi's outreach to the South Asian region.
How Indonesia and the Philippines Solved Their Maritime Dispute
By Ambassador Arif Havas Oegroseno
The recent Indonesian-Philippine maritime pact offers important lessons for the South China Sea disputes.
When Abbott Met Obama
By Jarni Blakkarly
In a White House meeting, the two leaders agree to expand US-Australia military cooperation.
Establishing Quid Pro Quo on the India-China Border
By Abanti Bhattacharya
Establishing Indian sovereignty in Arunachal Pradesh could solidify Chinese claims in Tibet.
Strategy 101: Know Thy Enemy, Know Thy Self
By James R. Holmes
Isoroku Yamamoto and Admiral Chester Nimitz's strategies were reciprocals of each other.
Australia Mulls Military Action in Iraq
By Zachary Keck
Prime Minister Tony Abbott says he will not rule out using military force in Iraq if the situation worsens.
China-India Relations in the Modi Era
By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
U.S. editors Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck discuss India-China relations with The Diplomat's Shannon Tiezzi.
Australia’s US-China Balancing Act
By Shannon Tiezzi
Australia's ability to walk a geopolitical tightrope was on display during Abbott's visit to DC.
Get Ready for a Chinese World Cup — In 20 Years
By Ankit Panda
Unfortunately, China will have to wait two decades for a chance to host the FIFA World Cup.
US Drone Strikes Resume in Pakistan for the First Time in Six Months
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Following a six month hiatus, U.S. drone strikes have resumed in Pakistan.