Archive
2014
Obama: Xi Jinping Has Consolidated Power Quickly and Comprehensively
By Ankit Panda
Xi Jinping's leadership style concerns the U.S. president.
Ash Carter Likely Pick for Next US Defense Secretary
By Ankit Panda
Plus, North Korea, cyberwarfare, Afghanistan's future, and more. Mid-week links.
South Korea-Japan Relations: America’s Achilles' Heel?
By Jin Kai
Unless the U.S. can bring Seoul and Tokyo together, China will seek to exploit tensions in this relationship.
Vietnam Again Puts Cambodia on the Spot Over Montagnards
By Luke Hunt
Criticism of Cambodia’s handling of asylum seekers also puts a recent Australian deal back in the spotlight.
Kim Jong-un’s Sister to Visit South Korea?
By Tae-jun Kang
A suggestion that Kim Yo-jong could be on her way sparks a surge in stock prices of related companies.
US-India Ties to Grow in 2015
By Ankit Panda
Barring any missteps, the U.S. and India should carry positive momentum in their bilateral relations from 2014 into 2015.
Asia's Evolving Nuclear Order: India's Role
By Shashank Joshi
India's unique understanding of nuclear non-proliferation and strategic stability complicates Asia's nuclear balance.
Making the Sacrifices in Afghanistan Worthwhile
By Ikram Afzali
Ahead of a major conference, what needs to be done to justify the sacrifices made in Afghanistan?
Shinzo Abe’s Election Gamble
By Stratos Pourzitakis
The snap elections in December have the potential to backfire for Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Yomiuri Shimbun Apologizes on Comfort Women Issue
By Ricky Hough
The right-wing newspaper apologizes for calling WWII sex slaves….sex slaves.
Let Chinese Officials Resign
By Yang Hengjun
Chinese officials should be able to follow in Chuck Hagel's footsteps -- by stepping down from their posts.
Style, Warfare and George Washington
By James R. Holmes
There's reason to be grateful that the outcomes of wars aren't determined by committee.