Archive
May 2016
Without Clarity on 1992 Consensus, Tsai and DPP Will Face Challenges Ahead
By Dingding Chen
Without the stability of the "1992 consensus," Taiwan could be in big trouble
Australia’s First New Anti-Submarine Warfare Plane Completes Maiden Flight
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Royal Australian Air Force’s first Boeing P-8A Poseidon aircraft completed its maiden flight today.
Indian Navy Commissions New Fast Attack Craft
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Navy recently inducted a new high-speed offshore patrol vessel.
Did the EU Grant Thailand a Fishing Ban Extension?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Thailand’s illegal fishing woes were in the spotlight again this week.
5 Navy Officers Sentenced to Death in Pakistan for Trying to Attack US Warship
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The five officers allegedly tried to steal a Pakistani warship to attack a U.S. naval vessel.
China Pushes One Belt, One Road in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Beijing's belt fits with Kazakhstan's sunny path, but questions remain on its compatibility with the EEU.
China, US Butt Heads Over Nuclear Talks
By Ben Lowsen
Experts discuss the U.S.-China nuclear calculus.
Obama's Warm Welcome in Vietnam
By Huong Le
Vietnamese people greet Obama with a frenzy, but the change they seek remains far-reached.
Ma Ying-jeou's Legendary (Trade) Millions
By Michael A. Turton
"Since Ma took office in 2008, the rate of growth in Taiwan's trade with China has shriveled."
Why Does China Want to Control the South China Sea?
By Donald K. Emmerson
China's possible motives for trying to secure control over the South China Sea.
Beyond Stereotypes: China’s Top High Schools
By Qi Xie
Contrary to popular conceptions, students at China’s best high schools have colorful lives and dreams.
With Mullah Mansour Out of the Picture, Is Peace Near for Afghanistan?
By Samimullah Arif
After Mullah Mansour's death, the Taliban must cut a deal with the Afghan government.