Archive
2015
Tajikistan’s Campaign Against the IRPT Continues
By Casey Michel
Government officials keep linking the now-illegal party to terrorists, sans evidence.
How Low Can Kazakhstan’s Tenge Go?
By Catherine Putz
Astana sees its currency hit a new low and ponders gas below $37 a barrel.
North Korean Musical Groups Abruptly Cancel Concerts in Beijing
By Shannon Tiezzi
North Korea's State Merited Chorus and the Moranbong Band left China without performing, and with little explanation.
US Gives Philippines 114 Military Vehicles
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Philippine military gets armored personnel carriers from its ally.
ASEAN, Norway Look to Boost New Partnership
By Prashanth Parameswaran
ASEAN and its new sectoral dialogue partner meet to discuss how to strengthen ties.
Abe's Visit Takes Japan-India Security Relations to the Next Level
By Yuki Tatsumi
India-Japan security relations have flourished since Abe's first term in office.
India and Japan Boost Ties During Abe Visit
By Harsh V. Pant
Tokyo and New Delhi get serious about deepening their partnership.
Don't Let China Policy Follow North Korea's Path
By Van Jackson
The status quo in US China policy is not sustainable.
Another High-Level US Visit to Sri Lanka This Week
By Taylor Dibbert
In light of another visit by senior U.S. government officials, Colombo should clarify a few transitional justice issues.
Could TAPI Bring Peace to Afghanistan?
By Catherine Putz
If history is any indication, no.
Australia’s Unique Position in a Negotiated Political Resolution in Syria
By Edward Cavanough
Australia should have a role in a grand negotiated settlement.
Next Stop Jalalabad: Traveling on One of the World’s Most Dangerous Roads
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Security threats on the Kabul-Jalalabad highway have drastically increased over the last few weeks.