Archive
2014
Signs of Sino-Japanese Détente Despite New US-Japan Defense Guidelines?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Both sides seem to be trying to defuse tensions, if not actually addressing the underlying causes.
Integrating Taiwan’s Strengths into Global Climate Action
By Kuo-Yen Wei
It is time to let Taiwan join the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Australia’s FTA Balancing Act
By Clint Richards
New Chinese and Indian agreements highlight Canberra’s evolving Indo-Pacific trade strategy.
A Tale of Two Offset Strategies
By Zachary Keck
The Pentagon's new Offset Strategy is modeled on two very different historical examples.
Will History Repeat in Japan?
By Anthony Fensom
Poor economic data prompt election talk and put the next consumption tax hike in doubt.
Agent Orange in Okinawa
By Kimberly Hughes
Determined citizens are working to uncover “one of the best kept secrets of the Cold War era.”
US-China Relations After APEC
By Jack A. Goldstone
The nature of Sino-American relations is rapidly changing. And that's a good thing.
China’s Overseas Anti-Corruption Efforts Nets 288 Suspects
By Shannon Tiezzi
At APEC and beyond, China is making anti-corruption a key part of its diplomatic efforts.
The Chinese Military's War on Ebola
By Jin Kai
Deploying the PLA to help fight Ebola can boost China's international standing while providing valuable experience.
China’s Free Trade Bonanza
By Shannon Tiezzi
In the past two weeks, China has successfully concluded FTA negotiations with South Korea and Australia.
The New Silk Road: China Reclaims Its Crown
By Kerry Brown
China's New Silk Road idea has echoes of the ancient past, where China was the center of the world.
After APEC, East Asia Summit, and G20, China Emerges a Global Leader
By Dingding Chen
China is ready to assume global leadership and bear global responsibilities along with the U.S. -- this is good for everyone.