Archive
September 2016
Why China Should Get Behind THAAD in South Korea
By Tsuneo Watanabe
Accepting the deployment of the anti-ballistic missile system is in Beijing’s long-term interests.
ASEAN’s Hedging Strategy
By Mie Oba
Recent summits in Vientiane offered some insights into the regional bloc’s diplomatic strategy.
India's Capital City: Should We Call It Delhi or New Delhi?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
New Delhi is a smaller entity in the much larger urban mass that is the Indian National Capital Territory.
One Step Further: It's Time for SAARC to Expel Pakistan
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
South Asian regionalism can't progress as long as Pakistan's provocations toward India bog down SAARC.
SAARC Summit Cancellation Will Sting Pakistan, But Won't Prevent the Next Uri or Pathankot
By Ankit Panda
The cancellation of a regional summit is embarrassing, no doubt, but won't stop attacks like Uri from taking place.
THAAD Coming to South Korea 'As Soon As Possible'
By Ankit Panda
U.S. THAAD interceptors are coming to South Korea soon, according to the top U.S. diplomat for East Asia.
Al-Qaeda, the Turkestan Islamic Party, and the Bishkek Chinese Embassy Bombing
By Uran Botobekov
The August 30 bombing of the Chinese Embassy in Bishkek came after al-Qaeda's leader praised Uyghur terrorists.
North Korea Brings Japan and China Closer Together -- For a Moment
By Mina Pollmann
Once again, the South China Sea and China's increasing naval presence near Japan are causing frictions.
No More Free Lunch for South Korean Journalists
By Elaine Ramirez
A strict new anti-graft act criminalizes bribes, gifts, and lunches over $30, and could impact the overall economy.
Duterte Calls for End to US-Philippine Military Exercises, Part of Tilt Toward China
By Shannon Tiezzi
Duterte once again rolls back the U.S. alliance, even while eagerly expressing hopes for ties with China.
2 Years Later: A Look Back at Hong Kong's Umbrella Movement
By Cal Wong
The 2014 protests left a lasting legacy of distrust for the government and the police.
Responding to Uri Attack: What Are India's Options?
By Muhammad Daim Fazil
India has three main options: a surgical strike, covert ops, or a diplomatic offense to isolate Pakistan.