Archive
February 2015
The Islamic State May Have Derailed Japan’s Foreign Policy Outreach
By Aki Peritz and Joshua W. Walker
How the domestic political fallout from the brutal murder of two Japanese nationals could upend Abe's foreign policy.
China's Central Asian Opportunity
By Ankit Panda
China might be a saving grace for Central Asia's economies.
Japan, Indonesia To Sign Defense Partnership
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tokyo and Jakarta are looking to boost their defense ties.
Philippines Accuses China of Ramming Boats in South China Sea
By Shannon Tiezzi
Once again, the Philippine government is publicizing China's bad behavior in the South China Sea.
Indonesia’s Capital Has World’s Worst Traffic
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Index reveals just how bad Jakarta’s legendary traffic jams are.
Pakistan Tests New Air-Launched Cruise Missile
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Pakistan's Ra'ad nuclear-capable, air-launched cruise missile has a 350 km range.
China and India Want a Breakthrough on Their Border Dispute
By Shannon Tiezzi
China and India hope to complete the next step in settling their border dispute in time for Modi’s May visit to China.
Taiwan's Growing Multiculturalism
By Sinclaire Prowse
Taiwan is slowly emerging as a multicultural society, but challenges remain.
Post-Hostage Crisis, What Is Japan's Role in the Middle East?
By Mina Pollmann
Japan should not let the tragic murder of two citizens shake its resolve to uphold world peace and security.
Cambodia: A Tale of Two Outbreaks
By Luke Hunt
A tragic HIV outbreak in rural Cambodia has received scant attention.
Islamic State Goes Official in South Asia
By Arif Rafiq
Although its prospects in the region are likely limited, IS could bring further death and destruction to South Asia.
US and North Korea: Talking About Talks
By Ankit Panda
What will it take for nuclear talks between U.S. and North Korean officials to be productive?