Archive
July 2015
How Many Tajik ISIS Recruits Were Arrested in Turkey?
By Catherine Putz
A story about 25 Tajik ISIS recruits seems to have became a story about one Tajik ISIS recruit.
Russian Tu-95 Strategic Bomber Crashes
By Ankit Panda
A Russian Tu-95 bomber has crashed, killing two crew members.
What's Behind Malaysia's Pile of Missing Money?
By Luke Hunt
A financial scandal implicating Malaysia's prime minister has gripped the country.
Myanmar Faces Daunting Post-Election Challenges, Experts Warn
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Much remains to be done following historic elections in November.
China to Offer $23 Billion for US Chip Company
By Shannon Tiezzi
The bid is a clear outgrowth of China's race to develop its domestic high-tech industry.
Will There Be an Indian Air Base in Tajikistan?
By Catherine Putz
A decade-old rumor springs to life again with Prime Minister Modi's trip to Tajikistan.
Ramadan or Education: An Impossible Choice for China's Uyghurs
By Andi Zhou
China's policies force Uyghurs to choose between losing their cultural heritage and pursuing better living standards.
Does Russia Fit Into the US-Vietnam Equation?
By Anton Tsvetov
Russia’s traditional ties to Vietnam may be of use to the White House.
How China Views the South China Sea Arbitration Case
By Xue Li
A look at China's position on the case -- and how it could respond if the tribunal rules in the Philippines' favor.
The Final Iran Deal Is Here: What Iran Gives Up, What Iran Gets
By Ankit Panda
After 20 months of sustained negotiation, Iran and the P5+1 group of powers have reached a final agreement.
RMB Internationalization and US Economic Leadership: Reforms and Rebalance
By Mercy A. Kuo and Angelica O. Tang
Insights from Edmund Moy
Turkmenistan's Water Insecurity Is a Man-Made Problem
By Bradley Jardine
Ashgabat is plagued by geography but also dramatic state mismanagement of the country’s limited water resources.