Archive
February 2015
Can Natural Gas Be a Game-Changer for China?
By Luan “Jonathan” Dong
A shift to natural gas -- and away from coal -- is both achievable and necessary, experts argue.
The Truth About China's Aircraft Carriers
By Greg Austin
The hype surrounding Chinese aircraft carriers disregards PLAN budget realities.
Are the Ukraine Crisis and ISIS Threatening the Pivot to Asia?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The chairman of the House Seapower and Projection Forces subcommittee shows concerns over the U.S. pivot to Asia.
Myanmar Shelves Projects
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Local authorities suspend work on several projects citing cultural heritage concerns.
Mr. Xi Goes to Washington: China's President to Visit US
By Shannon Tiezzi
Expect a flurry of diplomacy leading up to Xi's first state visit to Washington DC.
The Real Danger in Nuclear Modernization
By Adam Mount
The true risks in modernizing the U.S. nuclear arsenal are misunderstood.
Abe’s Ongoing Defense Policy Changes
By Emily S. Chen
The Japanese government continues to push ahead with changes to Japan’s defense policy.
Abbott Survives – For Now
By Helen Clark
The Australian prime minister survives a “spill” motion, but may have suffered a fatal blow.
Will the Next Pentagon Head Speak Truth to Power?
By Ankit Panda
Ash Carter, the United States' soon-to-be-defense secretary, won't shy away from disagreeing with the White House.
UN Rapporteur Slams Kazakhstan on Rights
By Casey Michel
The country’s hardline approach to protests could derail its campaigns for the Olympics and UN Security Council.
China's Changing Approach to Africa
By Shannon Tiezzi
China-Africa relations in a new era of Chinese diplomacy.
Vietnam and Diplomatic Balancing
By Khang Vu and Khang Vu
Hanoi is having to walk a careful line in its relations with China and the U.S.