Archive
April 2015
Tragedy in Nepal
By Vishal Arora
As the death toll from the earthquake rises, survivors struggle to put their lives back together.
Rethinking Japan's Record on Apologies
By Ken Marotte
Although hardly without blemish, Japan has been remarkably forthcoming about its wartime past.
US and Japan: Another Step Forward on Security
By Kevin Wang
The new U.S.-Japan defense guidelines open the door to a more aggressive take on regional security.
What Really Happened in the Persian Gulf on April 28, 2015?
By Ankit Panda
Iran's navy has seized a Marshall Islands-flagged vessel, the MV Maersk Tigris.
Reviewing the 26th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia
By Edmund Sim
A look at some of the notable developments.
Beyond the US Rebalance to Asia: A Regional Perspective
By David Lang
A look at what US allies and partners are doing in the Asia-Pacific.
Tajikistan to Local Police: Stop Forcibly Shaving Muslims
By Catherine Putz
Police should only remind young men to "take care of themselves and observe personal hygiene," not actually shave them
China Takes Down Sinopec's No. 2
By Shannon Tiezzi
With Wang Tianpu's fall, the campaign against corruption in SOEs is gathering steam
What’s Next for US-Philippine Military Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A brief look at what might lie ahead for Washington and Manila.
China 'Gravely Concerned' by ASEAN Statment on South China Sea
By Shannon Tiezzi
China rejects the ASEAN statement on the South China Sea, accusing the Philippines of taking the bloc "hostage."
Abe's Visit Marks 'New Era' for US-Japan Alliance
By Mina Pollmann
A joint statement released with Obama and Abe's meeting reveals the focus of the alliance moving forward.
Does the US Need to Play Hardball with China's Communists?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Perhaps, according to a new report. However, the authors fails to offer new insights on the Sino-US strategic rivalry.