Archive
September 2016
Russia and Pakistan to Hold First Ever Military Exercise
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The joint drill will involve approximately 200 military personnel from the two sides. The rest remains a mystery.
Russian, Tajik, Chinese 'Traces' on Bishkek Embassy Bombing
By Catherine Putz
The August 30 attack on the Chinese Embassy in Bishkek was reportedly funded from abroad.
Understanding the Strategic Logic Behind the US-India Military Logistics Pact
By Harsh V. Pant
The U.S.-India Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement benefits both countries.
What to Make of North Korea’s Latest Nuclear Test?
By 38 North / Siegfried S. Hecker
The nuclear test is just one part of a rapid military build up in North Korea over the last decade.
Israel's Pivot to Asia
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Avital Leibovich.
Afghanistan and Ashraf Ghani's New Internationalism
By Shawn Snow
'Clowns to the left of me, Jokers to the Right.'
South Korea Mulling Purchase of 20 More F-35 Stealth Fighter Jets
By Franz-Stefan Gady
South Korea is considering procuring 20 more F-35s to enhance its air combat power vis-à-vis the North.
Russia’s Military to Receive 100 New T-14 Armata Battle Tanks
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first batch of T-14 main battle tanks has already been delivered to the Russian Ground Forces for trials.
Steppe Shuffles: Kazakhstan’s Government Rearranged
By Catherine Putz
Same faces in slightly different places: decoding Astana's new government.
India's Power Struggle and Solar Epiphany
By Radhika Lalit
Can India meets its ambitious target of 100 GW of solar energy?
Why India and Vietnam Need Each Other
By Rupakjyoti Borah
Narendra Modi's recent visit to Vietnam forged new inroads in an important Asian bilateral.
The Crucial South China Sea Ruling No One Is Talking About
By Lyle J. Morris
The July 12 award offers a sweeping condemnation of Chinese maritime law enforcement practices.