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October 8, 2015

US Navy Ready to Sail Within 12 Nautical Miles of China's Artificial Islands in the South China Sea

US Navy Ready to Sail Within 12 Nautical Miles of China's Artificial Islands in the South China Sea

By Shannon Tiezzi
Two reports say the long-awaited freedom of navigation operations may commence in the next weeks or even days.

Malaysia, Singapore Begin 'Next Phase' of High-Speed Rail Project

Malaysia, Singapore Begin 'Next Phase' of High-Speed Rail Project

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Industry views sought for link expected to be completed by 2022.
What the TPP Means for Japan

What the TPP Means for Japan

By Mina Pollmann
The TPP will bring strategic and economic benefits to Japan, but it has to clear domestic hurdles first.

Climate Crisis in Bangladesh

Climate Crisis in Bangladesh

By Probal Rashid
Climate change has particularly profound implications for Bangladesh.

The Repercussions of South Korea’s Pro-Nuclear Energy Policy

The Repercussions of South Korea’s Pro-Nuclear Energy Policy

By Se Young Jang
A long-term policy is running into increasing domestic opposition.

Japan’s Largest Company Is ISIS’ Car Maker of Choice

Japan’s Largest Company Is ISIS’ Car Maker of Choice

By Franz-Stefan Gady
How did so many Toyota pickup trucks and SUVs end up in the hands of ISIS?

Will Indonesia Buy French Stealth Submarines?

Will Indonesia Buy French Stealth Submarines?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Jakarta is interested in bolstering its deterrence capabilities.
Here's What Needs to Happen in Order for the Trans-Pacific Partnership to Become Binding

Here's What Needs to Happen in Order for the Trans-Pacific Partnership to Become Binding

By Ankit Panda
How and when will the Trans-Pacific Partnership actually come into force?

China, Japan, South Korea Eye Trilateral Finance Meeting

China, Japan, South Korea Eye Trilateral Finance Meeting

By Bochen Han
The meeting, in addition to discussing economic issues, would set the tone for the expected leaders' summit this fall.

Sino-Russian Relations in the Arctic: Thawing Out or Freezing Up?

Sino-Russian Relations in the Arctic: Thawing Out or Freezing Up?

By Benjamin David Baker
China is increasing its presence in the Russian Arctic. What does Moscow really think about it?

Malaysia to Host New Conference to Tackle Islamic State Challenge

Malaysia to Host New Conference to Tackle Islamic State Challenge

By Prashanth Parameswaran
ASEAN states and dialogue partners to participate in two-day meeting.
250 Years Ago, This Event Changed Everything in South Asia

250 Years Ago, This Event Changed Everything in South Asia

By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
250 years ago, British rule over India began de jure.

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