Archive
February 2015
Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan Rise by 22 Percent in 2014
By Franz-Stefan Gady
More face to face combat is behind a steep rise in conflict-related deaths and injuries among Afghan civilians in 2014.
Cambodia Bans Drones
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Authorities issue a new directive citing privacy and security concerns.
4 US Littoral Combat Ships to Operate out of Singapore by 2018
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The controversial naval vessel will also participate in a military exercise off the coast of South Korea next month.
Unity, Family, and Socialism: President Xi Offers Chinese New Year Greetings
By Shannon Tiezzi
By placing the family front and center, Xi is drawing a parallel with national unity.
Could Japan Go Minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz?
By Mina Pollmann
PM Abe's LDP and the Komeito Party debate whether minesweeping operations qualify as collective self-defense.
Deng Liqun’s Glorious Departure
By Bo Zhiyue
Though a controversial figure in life, Deng was showered with accolades upon his death.
Japan Escapes Recession
By Anthony Fensom
The country manages to grow at the end of 2014, but the anemic pace underscores the work still to be done.
Interview: Ambassador Joseph Yun
By Madhu Narasimhan
The U.S. ambassador to Malaysia on the future of bilateral relations.
Moscow and Pyongyang: From Disdain to Partnership?
By Richard Weitz
Russian-North Korean relations have been on a roll during the past year, but may soon encounter roadblocks.
Cricket in Afghanistan
By Grant Wyeth
Since 2001, the sport has taken off in Afghanistan, which is enjoying some impressive success.
The U.S. Needs to Get Tough on Thailand
By David A. Merkel
By ignoring the democratic regression, Washington is sending dangerous signals to the rest of the region.
Skepticism Aside, India-Pakistan Talks Are Welcome
By Sanjay Kumar
Recently renewed talks between India and Pakistan may not go anywhere, but they are a welcome shift in the relationship.