Archive
February 2015
ASEAN Has World’s Worst Elections
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A new report has some pretty bad news for the region on this score.
The Real Lesson of the Vietnam War
By Robert Farley
Vietnam didn't reinforce perceptions of U.S. toughness to allies. In fact, it may have done the opposite.
The Truth About China's Aircraft Carriers: A Conversation With Greg Austin
By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat‘s Ankit Panda and Dr. Greg Austin discuss China's aircraft carriers, naval strategy, U.S.-China cyber relations, and Australian national security.
Japan Hit by Cyberattacks at an Unprecedented Level
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan is trying to battle cyber attacks through increased international cooperation.
This is Japan’s Best Strategy to Defeat China at Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
In order to win, Japan should give China a dose of its own medicine.
Is There a Silver Lining to China's South China Sea Land Reclamation?
By Shannon Tiezzi
China's land reclamation projects could be a precursor to a final definition of the "nine dash line."
Who's Negotiating With the Taliban Anyway?
By Ankit Panda
Are peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban on the horizon?
China vs. the US: Who Blinked?
By Yang Hengjun
Is China caving to the U.S., or is it that Xi has figured out how to handle Obama?
The Philippine Military Wants US Drones
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country mulls acquiring drones following the easing of US restrictions.
Chinese Media Accuses US of Being ‘Terrorist Breeder’
By Shannon Tiezzi
As DC hosts a summit on countering violent extremism, China blasts the U.S. role in creating havens for terrorists.
Kyrgyzstan's Controversial Gold Mine
By Ryskeldi Satke
Allegations of torture are only the latest scandal to be associated with the troubled Kumtor Gold Mine.
Food and Fairy Tales: A New Era in Chinese Propaganda
By David Volodzko
We're seeing a new wave of individually-driven, non-political programs that present the softer side of China.