Archive
June 2014
Iran Asks China to Play Larger Role in Nuke Talks
By Zachary Keck
China's new ambassador to Iran previously headed Beijing's delegation to the P5+1 talks.
China and the US: Destined to Cooperate?
By Andrew Follett
Geography, economics, and energy will all push America and China closer together.
India to Open Nuclear Program to Greater IAEA Scrutiny
By Ankit Panda
India will sign an additional protocol allowing the IAEA greater oversight over its civil nuclear program.
India’s Exposure to ISIS in Iraq
By Ram Mashru
Iraq's instability is being closely monitored by New Delhi.
Japanese Report on the Kono Statement Draws Ire From Seoul, Beijing
By Shannon Tiezzi
A Japanese government panel released the results of its investigation into the origins of the 1993 Kono statement.
Pakistan Continues JF-17 Development
By Ankit Panda
Plus, India mulls allowing more FDI in defense deals and the U.S. response to a China-Japan war. Defense links.
Why Monarchies Are Still Relevant and Useful in the 21st Century
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Think monarchies are bad? Think again.
China's 'Sovereign Internet'
By Shannon Tiezzi
China is increasingly seeking not just domestic but international influence over cyberspace.
Russia's Coming Combat Drones
By Zachary Keck
A senior Russian defense official says Moscow will have its first combat UAV ready by 2020.
The Brutal Pragmatism of China-UK Ties
By Kerry Brown
Li Keqiang's visit suggests that the U.K. needs a new model for conceptualizing its relationship with China.
Protests Over Local Mosque in Australia
By Jarni Blakkarly
Approval for a new mosque in a town in rural Victoria has attracted fire from furious locals who fear radicalism.
Citibank's Korea Troubles Continue
By Tae-jun Kang
Despite a favorable court ruling last week, Citibank Korea's woes continue to mount.