Archive
May 2016
US Military Personnel Arrested in Okinawa—Again
By Yuki Tatsumi
A former U.S. marine is arrested for the murder or a 20-year-old woman, sparking protests in Japan.
China and the US Court Vietnam
By Cal Wong
"Both the U.S. and Vietnam expect greater levels of military cooperation, to the chagrin of China."
Vietnam’s New Environmental Politics: A Fish out of Water?
By Jason Morris-Jung
Are Vietnam's recent protests really about the environment, or are there deeper issues at play?
Ireland and China: Trading Values
By Darren Kelly
Will Ireland’s flimsy new government be able to maintain growing bonds with China?
The 10th ADMM: Time for More Discussion on Traditional Security?
By Henrick Z. Tsjeng
With tensions threatening ASEAN solidarity, it’s time for ADMM to step up its discussion of traditional security issues.
Why Beijing Should Work With Tsai Ing-wen
By Dalton Lin
Taiwan's new president showed goodwill toward Beijing in her inaugural address. The CCP should reciprocate.
Taiwan’s Vital International Role in Global Health Security
By Dr. Tzou-yien Lin
Taiwan’s participation in global health security is essential for avoiding deadly blind spots.
4 Questions After the Drone Strike That Killed Mullah Mansour
By Ankit Panda
With Mullah Mansour out of the picture, what's next for Afghanistan's long war against the Taliban?
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: May 22, 2016 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
Who Will Be Iran’s Next Parliament Speaker?
By Rohollah Faghihi
Mohammad Reza Aref and Ali Larijani are in the running for Iran's parliamentary speakership.
Kazakhstan Cracks Down on Weekend Protests
By Catherine Putz
Astana is eager to claim the mantle of "democracy," but it remains ill at ease with dissent.
Lords of Navigation: Grotius, Freitas, and the South China Sea
By Roncevert Ganan Almond
The debate over maritime jurisdiction is an old one.