Archive
January 2016
Vietnam Should Abandon Non-Alignment Now
By Nhung Bui
The outcome of the recent Party Congress provides Hanoi with the opportunity to rethink its foreign policy.
Taiwan Elections: An Opportunity for Japan?
By Chen Yo-Jung
Tsai Ing-wen’s victory was greeted with enthusiasm in Tokyo.
Interview: Noah Tucker
By Navruz Media
“The ‘growing threat’ from Afghanistan is vastly overstated.”
Japan's Fearsome World War II-Era 'Zero' Fighter Takes to the Skies
By Ankit Panda
Plus, U.S. officials revise their opinion on North Korea's nuclear test, India steps up cyber cooperation, and more. Links.
Japan's 'TPP Chief' Resigns Over Corruption Scandal
By Mina Pollmann
Economic Revitalization Minister Akira Amari resigns from the Cabinet over a cash-for-favors bribery scandal,
Revealed: Why ISIS Hates the Taliban
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The Islamic State and the Taliban won't get along--and that's a good thing for South Asia.
From South China Sea Island, Taiwan's President Presents 'Roadmap' for Peace
By Shannon Tiezzi
Ma Ying-jeou reaffirmed Taiwan's sovereignty claims but also offered a plan for moving beyond the disputes.
Is North Korea Preparing to Launch A Long-Range Ballistic Missile?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The North could launch a long-range missile within a couple of days, according to media reports.
Netflix vs. Indonesia
By Catherine Putz
Indonesia’s largest telecom recently blocked the streaming service mere weeks after its global debut.
Indonesia to Boost Deradicalization After Islamic State Attack
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Top presidential adviser says more funds are on the way for deradicalization programs.
Is China’s Silk Road Coming to Europe? Not So Fast
By Andrew Witthoeft
China's attempts to extend the New Silk Road westward have encountered problems.
China’s Premier: Our Economy Is Doing Just Fine
By Shannon Tiezzi
Once again, Li Keqiang has the unenviable task of generating some good PR for China's economy.