Archive
September 2016
Constitutional Changes Pave Way for Turkmen President-for-Life
By Casey Michel
Not that it was really in much doubt.
Distributed Lethality at Work: Combining the F-35 and Aegis Missile Defense
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Navy conducted its first live fire exercise to test the integration of two of its most advanced weapon systems.
The Changing Face of ASEAN
By Luke Hunt
Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam offer an unlikely breath of fresh air.
Is Pakistan Facing Growing International Isolation?
By Shawn Snow
A growing chorus of states, from the United States to China, appears to be shifting away from Islamabad.
With North Korea, Try More Economic Isolation, Less Diplomatic Isolation
By Peter Harrell
As the world steps up economic pressure, sanctions must be matched by diplomatic engagement.
Air China Travel Tip Sparks Fresh Accusations of Chinese Racism
By David Volodzko
This time, the incident was handled swiftly.
Is the Philippines Still a US Ally?
By Phoebe Benich
How long can the U.S.-Philippines alliance remain "rock solid" in the face of Duterte's fiery rhetoric?
Assessing Tajikistan's Growth Potential
By Catherine Putz
Dushanbe is hamstrung by lack of international investor confidence, a result of perceived instability and corruption.
Sri Lanka: Is Transitional Justice in Trouble?
By Taylor Dibbert
For Sri Lanka’s transitional justice process, the coming months are crucial.
Nepal's Upcoming 'Reset' With India
By Ankit Panda
Nepal's new prime minister is enthusiastic about restoring ties with India back to normal.
Anything But 'Rock Solid': US-Philippines Alliance in for Difficult Times
By Ankit Panda
A week of declamations by Rodrigo Duterte lay bare a troubling future for the old alliance.
Quetta Hospital Attack: An Eyewitness Account From the Lone Doctor Who Responded
By Najeeb Kakar
An interview with Dr. Shehla Sami Kakar, Quetta's "Iron Lady."