Archive
June 2014

Japan Nuclear Regulator Leaning Toward Restarts
By Clint Richards
Changes to the Nuclear Regulatory Authority could speed up the industry’s inspection process.

Abbott Seeks Climate Change Alliance
By Jarni Blakkarly
As the US and China unveil major initiatives, Australia’s skeptical prime minister seeks international support.

Previewing the Samsung Galaxy Tab S
By Vlad Andrici
An official announcement of the Galaxy Tab S lineup of tablets is imminent.

Taiwan-Ukraine: A Cautious Relationship
By Fabrizio Bozzato and Tatiana Komarova
Relations between Taipei and Kiev have often been complicated by the policies of their larger neighbors.

Japanese Retailers Buck Deflation
By Clint Richards
Record profits and price increases show companies are hopeful consumers will boost inflation.

Securing Afghanistan Through North-South-South Cooperation
By M. Ashraf Haidari
Developed nations should work with developing partners to assist war-torn countries like Afghanistan.

Nuclear Bombers in an A2/AD World
By Zachary Keck
Anti-access/area-denial capabilities will not impact the nuclear mission of America’s bomber fleet.

China: Foreign Minister's India Trip Has 'Great Significance'
By Ankit Panda
With Modi's election victory in India, China seems to be attempting a foreign policy "reset" with India.

Linking U.S. Statecraft to Grand Strategy
By Julianne Smith & Jacob Stokes
U.S. statecraft must overcome six major challenges if America is to be successful abroad.

Pakistan's Home-Made Monster: The Taliban
By Sanjay Kumar
The attack on Karachi International Airport demonstrates that it is long past time for Pakistan to end the Taliban.

A 'Historic Moment': China's Ships Head to RIMPAC 2014
By Shannon Tiezzi
For the first time, Chinese ships are on their way to participate in the international RIMPAC naval exercises.

The Benefits of a Sluggish Pivot to Asia
By Ankit Panda
Sure, the U.S. pivot to Asia is slower than expected, but that's a good thing.