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February 2015

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‘Soft’ Repression: The Struggle for Democracy in Singapore

‘Soft’ Repression: The Struggle for Democracy in Singapore

By Sally Andrews
Opposition politicians face some daunting obstacles in Singaporean politics.
Islamic State and Japan: What Next?

Islamic State and Japan: What Next?

By Mieczyslaw P. Boduszynski and Christopher K. Lamont
Could Shinzo Abe seize the moment to raise awareness of Japan’s foreign policies and their impact on national security?

Tracking India’s Imported Uranium

Tracking India’s Imported Uranium

By Mark Hibbs
Uranium suppliers should insist that India adhere to international standards for information sharing.

Kim Jong-un Executes Senior KPA General

Kim Jong-un Executes Senior KPA General

By Ankit Panda
General Pyon In-son, the head of operations of the KPA, was executed, reportedly for disagreeing with Kim Jong-un.

What an Airplane Crash Reveals About Cross-Strait Relations

What an Airplane Crash Reveals About Cross-Strait Relations

By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing and Taipei's responses to a fatal plane crash in Taiwan reveal the complexities of their relationship.
Japan Wades Into South China Sea Issue

Japan Wades Into South China Sea Issue

By Mina Pollmann
Japan is becoming more involved in the South China Sea disputes through increased outreach to Southeast Asian partners.

India’s Christians Echo Obama’s Remarks on Tolerance

India’s Christians Echo Obama’s Remarks on Tolerance

By Sanjay Kumar
Indian Christians are coming together to protest the government's silence on religious attacks against their community.
The Russian Military Will Receive 200 New Aircraft in 2015

The Russian Military Will Receive 200 New Aircraft in 2015

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Despite a shrinking economy, Russia's military budget continues to rise.

The US Military Wants to Train More Cyber Warriors

The US Military Wants to Train More Cyber Warriors

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. military continues to develop its new Cyber Command.

Why China's Defense of Internet Censorship Falls Flat

Why China's Defense of Internet Censorship Falls Flat

By Shannon Tiezzi
China claims that new internet regulations don't restrict freedom of speech, despite all evidence to the contrary.

Was Colonialism Good for Asia?

Was Colonialism Good for Asia?

By David Volodzko
In controversial remarks, Taipei's new mayor argued that colonialism is the secret to "more advanced" culture today.
South Korea's New Fighter Jet: Brought to You by Airbus?

South Korea's New Fighter Jet: Brought to You by Airbus?

By Tae-jun Kang
Korean Air and Airbus have reportedly agreed on a joint bid to develop South Korea's new generation of fighter jets.

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