Archive
April 2016
The South China Sea Disputes: Past, Present, and Future
By Young China Watchers
An interview with Bill Hayton, author of The South China Sea: The Struggle for Power in Asia.
Back to Square One: Pakistan Calls Off Peace Talks With India
By Ankit Panda
After months of uncomfortable diplomacy after the Pathankot attack, Pakistan puts bilateral progress on hold.
What Do the Panama Papers Reveal About China?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, the Great Firewall under fire, OBOR, and China picking up Russia's slack in Kyrgyzstan. Friday China links.
A Closer Look at Central Asia's Offshore Connections
By Catherine Putz
IKEA's Turkmen cotton, the 6th anniversary of the 2nd Kyrgyz revolution, and a crash course on Central Asia; recommended links.
Can Thailand Avoid the Middle-Income Trap?
By Bishal Chalise
Many countries in Asia are invariably facing the risk of falling into the trap; Thailand is one of them.
North Korea's Nuclear Missiles: Now With Increased Range
By John Power
North Korea is able to place a nuclear warhead on a mid-range missile, according to a South Korean official.
Kokang Refugees in China
By Ann Wang
Having fled from the ethnic conflict in Myanmar, the refugees face an uncertain future.
An Emperor in Exile: Chronicling Humayun's Days and Conquests
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
A new volume chronicles the life and conquests of the Mughal Emperor Humayun.
Will the Panama Papers Matter for Asian Leaders and Governments?
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran discuss the Panama Papers and U.S. defense policy in the Asia-Pacific.
Eurasian Economic Union Meeting Delayed and Moved to Moscow
By Catherine Putz
For the second year running, the EEU’s spring meeting has been delayed because of Armenia.
How Mao Zedong Benefited From the Cuban Missile Crisis
By Robert Farley
The Chinese role in Cuba during the Cold War paid dividends domestically for Mao Zedong.
Expanding US-Japan-India Cooperation in the Indian Ocean
By Jessie Daniels
The Indian Ocean is featuring more prominently in discussions among the three Asian giants.