Archive
January 2015
Amid Hostage Crisis, Japan's Diet Prepares to Debate New Security Legislation
By Mina Pollmann
Shinzo Abe and the LDP plan to submit security legislation for approval during this session of Japan's Diet.
China Eyes Land Giveaway Program in Russia’s Far East
By Shannon Tiezzi
Despite Russian concerns, Chinese media predict a new "homestead act" will boost Chinese migration to the Far East.
Australia on the Cyber Offensive
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Australia has been using hacker units to go on the offensive. But is its cyber policy up to snuff?
China and Indonesia Under Jokowi: Show Me The Money
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Sino-Indonesian relations appear to be off to a good start. But it is still early days.
China's Military Parade: A Warning to Japan and the US
By Shannon Tiezzi
China's military parade is not only meant to "intimidate" Japan -- it's a signal to the U.S. as well.
Henry Kissinger and the China-North Korea Reality
By Joseph A. Bosco
In his latest book, Kissinger offers another explanation of China’s position on North Korea. It is still unsatisfying.
Central Asia and the India-Russia Partnership
By Anthony Rinna
Strategic realities in Central Asia are likely to see Russia and India returning to their historically strong ties.
Afghanistan: Destination Uncertain
By Sean Carberry
The transition is complete, but Afghanistan’s future looks uncertain to say the least.
The Taiwanese Navy's Newest Ship: The Panshih
By Ankit Panda
The Taiwanese navy took delivery of its newest indigenously built support-and-supply ship, the Panshih.
Chinese Defense Innovation
By Robert Farley
Industrial espionage may help China’s military-industrial complex, but it will still need to harness its private sector.
Sri Lanka’s Uncertain Road Ahead
By Sudha Ramachandran
An increasingly authoritarian president is ousted, but the road ahead is uncertain.
Pakistan’s Blackout Reveals Infrastructural Fragility
By Ankit Panda
A recent blackout caused by a rebel attack plunged 80 percent of Pakistan into darkness.