Archive
September 2015
Could China Be About to Transform Its Military?
By John Costello
There has been talk of radical reform of decades. Finally, it looks like it might happen.
Cambodia and the Australian Asylum Seeker Deal
By Clothilde Le Coz
Cambodia agrees to welcome more refugees from Nauru, but analysts see a deadlock.
The Taliban Take Kunduz: An Eyewitness Account
By Sanjay Kumar
The Diplomat speaks to a Kunduz government official about the Taliban's takeover of the city.
So, How Did Xi Jinping's State Visit to the United States Go?
By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat‘s editors discuss the outcomes of Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to the United States.
Kazakhstan Wants to Move the UN to Asia
By Catherine Putz
President Nazarbayev wants the UN to know he's full of ideas for modernizing the body.
Singapore’s Ruling Party Unveils New Cabinet After Landslide Victory
By Prashanth Parameswaran
"Decisive" changes are announced following the September 11 polls.
Japan's 'Proactive Contribution to Peace': Beyond Development Aid
By Yuki Tatsumi
Japan is doing itself a disservice by focusing only on economic contributions to global development.
Abe, Park Meet on UN Sidelines, Affirm Trilateral Summit with China
By Ankit Panda
The leaders of South Korea and Japan met on the sidelines of the 70th UN General Assembly.
China's $3 Billion Message to the UN: Yes, We Are a Responsible Power
By Shannon Tiezzi
By pledging monetary and military aid to the UN and developing world, China is trying to counter old criticisms.
Afghanistan’s Newest Attack Helicopter a ‘Total Mess’?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Afghanistan’s most decorated pilot is critical of U.S. efforts to help build the Afghan Air Force.
Russia’s First 5th Generation Fighter Jet to Enter Service in 2017
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The induction date for Moscow’s newest fighter aircraft has been pushed back.
China-US Cyber Agreements: Has Beijing Outmaneuvered Washington?
By Greg Austin
The joint agreement by China and the U.S. may have created more diplomatic minefields than it sought to eliminate.