Archive
July 2016
Indonesia Prepares for Another Round of Executions
By Nithin Coca
It is a case of domestic considerations trumping international image.
The Reality of India-Iran Ties
By Kabir Taneja
A post-Modi visit analysis
Mad About THAAD: North Korea Tests Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile
By Ankit Panda
Reacting to the U.S.-South Korea decision to adopt THAAD, North Korea fires off another KN-11.
South China Sea: Days Before International Court Verdict, Chinese Navy Stages Live-Fire Drills
By Ankit Panda
The Chinese Navy staged live-fire drills near the Paracel Islands, days before a highly anticipated international legal verdict.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: July 10, 2016 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
Ruling Coalition Sweeps Japan Upper House Elections, Putting Constitutional Reform in Reach
By Ankit Panda
The latest election affirms Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's political dominance in Japan.
What's Behind the Death of a Prominent Cambodia Government Critic?
By Luke Hunt
Kem Ley was shot dead in broad daylight on Sunday morning
Global Economy: It’s All About The Money
By Anthony Fensom
Employment is rising, but for many workers wages have stalled.
New Potus Brief: Getting US-China Relations Right
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Kaiser Kuo
Pass the Herbs: A Vietnamese Street Food Primer
By Jonathan DeHart
From Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, eating on the street in Vietnam is a treat.
The Consequences of Global Armed Drone Proliferation
By Alyssa Sims
Who has drones and how are they getting them?
Hurdles to Hong Kong’s Medical Council Reform
By Cal Wong
Tommy Cheung Yu-yan's reform bill faces heavy criticism from medical professionals.