Archive
2014
Indonesian Military Chief: 'ISIS Is the Worst Idea in History'
By Zachary Keck
In a speech this week, Gen Moeldoko said “ISIS is the worst idea in history. ISIS is not Islamic. I am a Muslim."
China and Japan's 'Double Cold' Trap
By Dingding Chen
Crisis control should be the top priority in Sino-Japanese relations.
China's 4th Plenum: Rule of Law Under the Party
By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
U.S. editors Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck are joined by Shannon Tiezzi to discuss China's fourth plenum.
How to Reform Naval Education
By James R. Holmes
Require entry-level officers to learn what they need to know — while also allowing them to indulge their interests.
Afghanistan Finally Prosecutes Rapes
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
In recent months, Afghanistan has started enforcing laws against rape and abuse.
Could Iran and China Cut the US Out of Afghanistan?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing and Tehran share similar interests in a stable Afghanistan that does not depend on U.S. support.
China’s ‘Shadow’ Network of International Organizations
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, China vs. Ebola, the Hong Kong protests, and your guide to talking about maritime disputes. Friday China links.
South Korea’s Ebola Response
By Chris Brockie
Are plans to send a team to two of the most afflicted countries in Africa driven by humanitarian or political motives?
Report: Kim Jong-un Executes Another Powerful Aide
By Tae-jun Kang
Kim Kyong Ok of North Korea’s powerful Organization and Guidance Department has reportedly been executed.
The Rise of Public Opinion in Cambodia’s Politics
By Phoak Kung
The ruling elite can no longer simply ignore the opinions of the Cambodian public.
Myanmar's Opposition Leader and Military Chief Hold Unprecedented Talks
By Ankit Panda
Myanmar's prominent opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and its military chief held talks for the first time.
Russia, China & Mongolia Begin Trilateral Talks
By Ankit Panda
The first round of talks will take place at the deputy foreign minister level and focus on transit corridors.