Archive
July 2015
Geoeconomics in Central Asia
By Michał Romanowski
Infrastructure and transit projects offer new opportunity for the region.
Reconciliation or Revisionism?: What (Not) to Expect From Shinzo Abe
By Sebastian Maslow
Will Abe provoke controversy in his upcoming statement on the 70th anniversary of the end of WWII?
Can Modi Visit Move TAPI Forward?
By Casey Michel
A visit to Turkmenistan this week is an opportunity to jump-start the flagging project.
Nazarbayev: ‘There are no untouchables in Kazakhstan’
By Paolo Sorbello
Kazakhstan’s president speaks on language, corruption, and the transition of power.
Asia’s Biggest Worry Isn’t Grexit
By Anthony Fensom
A potential meltdown closer to home has regional investors far more concerned.
Innovative Program Brings HIV Testing to Cambodian Communities
By Saya Oka
A community-based HIV testing program is the first of its kind in the region.
Is Vietnam Pivoting Toward the United States?
By Carl Thayer
In an unprecedented move, the secretary-general of Vietnam's Communist Party will visit the United States.
India's Position on Israel and Palestine: Change or No Change?
By Ankit Panda
Much is being made of India's decision to abstain on a recent UN HRC vote on the 2014 Gaza Conflict. Is it justified?
Play The Diplomat's Quiz: July 5, 2015 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
Europe and India: Testing New Delhi’s New Diplomacy
By Kabir Taneja
An underperforming relationship could benefit from some Indian reforms.
Can Japan Have an Economic Grand Strategy Beyond the TPP?
By Shihoko Goto
Can Tokyo provide economic leadership in a rapidly changing region?
India, China to Discuss Lakhvi Issue and Cooperation on Counterterrorism
By Ankit Panda
China's willing to talk with India about counter-terrorism cooperation, but will it listen?