Archive
2015
The Strategist, the Lawyer and the South China Sea
By Kerry Lynn Nankivell
Understanding law and politics in contested waters.
Pakistan’s Conflict Zone Migrants
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan's reputation as a source of illegal economic migrants demands government scrutiny.
Uncharted Waters for the Renminbi in 2016
By Ankit Panda
Moves by China's central bank and the IMF have seen the renminbi enter a new era.
Why Isn’t Star Wars a Big Deal in China?
By Catherine Putz
"The Force, it's calling to you. Just let it in."
China Will Invite Syrian Government, Opposition for Peace Talks
By Shannon Tiezzi
China appears ready to play a more active role in the Syrian peace process.
Peace Talks Between the Afghan Government and the Taliban Could Be Back in Early 2016
By Ankit Panda
Peace talks between the Afghan government and the Taliban, backed by Pakistan, could be back on in early 2016.
Thailand in 2015: A Year of Political Stagnation
By Pavin Chachavalpongpun
2015 was a year of stillness in Thailand, at least in the political realm.
Vietnam to Get Fifth Kilo Submarine from Russia in Early 2016
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Another one of Hanoi’s Kilo-class subs is expected to arrive soon.
Central Asia ‘Extremely Important’ to the European Union
By Catherine Putz
EU representative met recently with regional foreign minister in Astana.
The Transformation of Chinese Diplomacy: What Should the World Pay Attention To?
By Dingding Chen
Scholars in both the United States and China need new paradigms in understanding one another.
The Costs and Benefits of an 'Accidental' FONOP in the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
An unintentional B-52 flyby within 12 nautical miles of Cuarteron Reef may be fortuitous for the United States.
Construction Waste Landslide Buries 85 in Shenzhen
By Shannon Tiezzi
As rescuers try to dig out possible survivors, media question why the dump was still active despite safety violations.