Archive
April 2016
Interview: Patrick Mendis
By Muhammad Akbar Notezai
A discussion of Sri Lanka’s foreign policy under President Maithripala Sirisena
Australia’s Immigration Policy: So Much for the PNG ‘Solution’
By Edward Cavanough
PNG’s Manus decision exposes the fundamental ironies at the core of Australia’s immigration policy.
Why the US Should Send Biden to Taiwan
By Joseph A. Bosco
The inauguration of Taiwan’s next president offers a chance for the U.S. to send a signal to China.
Indian PM Narendra Modi Will Address a Joint Session of US Congress
By Ankit Panda
The last time an Indian prime minister addressed the U.S. Congress was in 2005.
Managing The South China Sea: Where Policy Meets Science
By James Borton
The marriage of policy and science is essential to navigating these waters.
Australia's Submarine Deal: Why France Won and Why Australia-Japan Ties Will Be OK
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
The Diplomat's defense editors discuss Australia's recent Collins-class replacement decision.
Myanmar's Transition: The 'Fun' Part is Over
By Harry Krejsa
No matter how the United States and Myanmar choose to proceed, continued reform will be messy.
Sanctions: Still the Best Option for Containing North Korea's Nuclear Ambitions
By Kim Tae-woo
If the world can remain strong and consistent about sanctions, North Korea might actually come to the table.
Afghanistan: Why Ashraf Ghani's New Strategy Won't Work
By Umair Jamal
Ashraf Ghani's new approach won't help him win Afghanistan's long struggle against the Taliban.
The Future of India-Saudi Arabia Relations
By Issac James Manayath
With complementary needs in trade and investment, New Delhi and Riyadh can take their relationship to the next level.
Australia-Japan Defense Ties Are Deeper Than a Sunken Submarine Bid
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the outcome is a missed opportunity, it’s worth remembering that bilateral ties are much more than a single deal.
Nepal and Its Neighbors
By Kosh Raj Koirala
Changing dynamics between Nepal, China, and India highlight the need for deft diplomacy in Kathmandu.
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