Archive
2015
The Declining Power of Inter-Korean Reunions
By Steven Denney
As historical memories fade, sympathy is waning.
The Rise and Fall of Shadow Banking in China
By Sara Hsu
How shadow banking became the catch-all for riskier finance.
Think Like an Australian Terrorist
By Greg Austin
Australia has a policy fog around the character of Australian terrorists that is not helpful and needs to be dissipated.
International Court Revisits Indonesia's 1965 Mass Killings
By Mong Palatino
An international people's tribunal at the Hague looks into one of the country's most troubling periods.
Australia Faces Tough Choices on Immigration and Terrorism
By Benjamin David Baker
The recent terror attacks in Paris are dividing Canberra’s politicians. How should Australia react to terrorism?
Separatism Charge Lands Young Kazakh in Jail
By Catherine Putz
He posted a poll and ended up in jail.
ISIS: Chinese Hostage 'Executed'
By Shannon Tiezzi
With the Islamic State now directly killing Chinese citizens, will China be drawn into conflict in the Middle East?
China to Retire Its Armored Tank Destroyers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Chinese military is replacing its tank destroyers with anti-tank missiles and attack helicopters.
US Announces Maritime Security Boost for Southeast Asia
By Prashanth Parameswaran
White House highlights US efforts as Obama kicks off Asia trip.
As TPP Leaders Celebrate, China Urges Creation of Asia-Pacific Free Trade Area
By Shannon Tiezzi
At a regional summit, China and the U.S. promoted their divergent models for Asia-Pacific trade agreements.
US Gives the Philippines 2 New Vessels Amid South China Sea Tensions
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Obama gives the Philippine navy a boost after touring a former U.S. coast guard cutter.
How the TPP Could Prevent Currency Manipulation
By Meg Lundsager
The Trans-Pacific Partnership has a range of provisions that could help fight currency manipulation.