Archive
March 2016
Indonesia Must Confront its Papua Problem
By Hipolitus Yolisandry Ringgi Wangge and Gafur Djali
Jakarta should tackle the issue head-on.
US Clears Sale of Advanced Missiles to Indonesia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. State Department has cleared a sale of advanced air-to-air missiles to Indonesia.
Indian Air Force Might: 181 Aircraft to Participate in Large Combat Exercise in India
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Air Force’s Iron Fist exercise will begin on March 18.
Deterring China: US Army to Stockpile Equipment in Cambodia and Vietnam
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Army plans to set up equipment depots in a number of Asian countries, including Cambodia and Vietnam.
Pakistan Doubles Down on TAPI
By Catherine Putz
Nothing but hopeful language about the pipeline as the Turkmen president visits Pakistan.
Did China Just Break Its 'Diplomatic Truce' With Taiwan?
By Shannon Tiezzi
For the first time in 8 years, China has recognized one of Taiwan's diplomatic allies.
US, Cambodian Armies Launch Military Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Angkor Sentinel 2016 kicks off.
Philippines v. China Won't End South China Sea Disputes
By John Ford
Despite high hopes for the ruling, Manila's arbitration case against China won't solve the South China Sea issue.
China’s Fantasy Canal Doing Real Damage in Nicaragua
By Robert Nelson
The Nicaraguan canal is a delusion, but human rights abuses and land grabs in the project's name are all too real.
What Challenges Face Myanmar’s First Civilian President in 53 Years?
By Ankit Panda
Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran discuss the challenges facing Htin Kyaw, Japan-Philippines ties, and North Korea.
Should America Fear China’s Alternative to the TPP?
By Andy Morimoto
In fact, there are potentially some real benefits.
When Elizabeth II Was Queen of Pakistan
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Before it was a republic, Pakistan was briefly ruled by Queen Elizabeth II.