Archive
February 2015
The China-Russia NGO Crackdown
By Julia Famularo
Authorities in both countries apparently aim to cripple NGOs with foreign patrons or partners.
The Brothels of Bangladesh
By Miguel Candela and Zigor Aldama
Bangladeshi sex workers are beginning to organize in a bid to improve their harsh, abusive working conditions.
Refugee Crisis on Myanmar-China Border
By Mong Palatino
Clashes between the Kokang rebels and Burmese troops have forced civilians to flee.
China’s Capital Outflows
By Sara Hsu
In a reverse, the central bank is now having to intervene in support of its currency.
India-Nepal Energy Initiatives Hit Political Roadblock
By Manish Vaid
Nepal’s constitutional impasse looks set to delay additional progress on vital energy agreements.
North Korea’s New Anti-Ship Missile: No Cause for Alarm
By Nah Liang Tuang
The successful missile test is a development of note, but not of alarm.
China and the South China Sea Resource Grab
By Michael Fabinyi
Maritime disputes in the region have more than just legal and military dimensions.
Cambodia’s Garment Industry Rollercoaster
By Peter Ford
News for the vital industry has been decidedly mixed of late.
Douglas MacArthur and the Pivot to Asia
By Francis P. Sempa
The controversial general would have applauded the U.S. commitment to the Asia-Pacific.
Personnel and Policy in U.S. Policymaking Toward China
By Elizabeth C. Economy
Is the Obama administration really weak on China expertise?
Can Malaysia’s Opposition Survive Anwar’s Jail Term?
By Joshua Kurlantzick
The parties that make up the opposition are not a natural fit. Can they hold together?
Can the United States Produce Good Defense Analysis?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
It is difficult for American defense analyst not to fall into the trap of "mirror imaging."