Archive
November 2015
Myanmar’s Post-Election Future With India
By Tridivesh Singh Maini
The NLD triumph could herald a new era in Myanmar-India relations.
Samantha Power Must Recalibrate Washington’s Sri Lanka Rhetoric
By Taylor Dibbert
With Samantha Power visiting Sri Lanka, now is an auspicious time for the U.S. to recalibrate its recent rhetoric about the island nation.
Is Justin Trudeau Going to Rethink Canda's Approach to the Asia-Pacific?
By Robert Farley
Canada has always been interested in the Asia-Pacific, but its new government may change its approach.
Will the United States Base 2 Aircraft Carriers in Japan?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A new study suggests that basing more ships overseas will help the overstretched U.S. Navy meet its global commitments.
US, ASEAN to Ink New Strategic Partnership
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Sources confirm to The Diplomat that both sides are ready to sign the new pact.
Before Paris Talks, China Outlines Its Plan for Tackling Climate Change
By Shannon Tiezzi
China will fulfill its environmental pledges "under any circumstances," says Beijing's climate change representative.
Confirmed: China Buys 24 Advanced Fighter Jets From Russia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
With a $2 billion contract, China becomes the first foreign buyer of the Russian Sukhoi Su-35.
The Myth of a ‘Strategic Imbalance’ in the South China Sea
By Greg Austin
As Australia focuses on China's perceived advantages in the SCS, it's worth taking a closer look at that narrative.
Did Climate Change Kill 220,000 Antelope in Kazakhstan?
By Catherine Putz
The saga of the saiga continues, with scientists pointing to rapid temperature fluctuations as a possible culprit.
How Will Australia Choose Its Next Submarine Builder?
By Mina Pollmann
As France, Germany, and Japan promote their bids, a look at Australia's wishlist for its next submarine class.
Turkmenistan and Ukraine Bond on Russian Concerns
By Samuel Ramani
The two countries have been consolidating their relations on some shared worries.
Yes, a Chinese Company Leased Darwin Port. So What?
By Greg Austin
The furor over Darwin Port exposes Australia’s anti-China impulses.