Archive
January 2017
The Future of US-ROK Defense Cost Sharing
By Charles Lee
What will happen if Trump makes good on his promise to push U.S. allies for more money?
How Jallikattu Came to Be Linked With the Idea of 'Being Tamil' in India
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
In Tamil Nadu, a passionate debate emerges about culture, animal cruelty, and what it means to be 'Tamil.'
The 'Civilization' of China’s Military Presence in the South China Sea
By Zhibo Qiu
Chinese policy in the South China Sea increasingly focuses on boosting its civilian presence on disputed islands.
The Pitfalls of Law Enforcement Cooperation With China
By Thomas Eder and Bertram Lang
Europe's police and judicial cooperation with China raises difficult questions, especially with regard to extradition.
Oil Workers on Hunger Strike in Kazakhstan
By Catherine Putz
A strike in Kazakhstan, Dushanbe to phase out marshrutkas and Turkmenistan’s deepening crisis; recommended reads.
Evaluating the US-China Cybersecurity Agreement, Part 3
By Gary Brown and Christopher D. Yung
Over a year later, what impact has the 2015 cyber agreement had on U.S.-China relations?
The Pivot to Asia Was Obama’s Biggest Mistake
By John Ford
"The pivot failed to achieve key goals in Asia while inattention made matters worse in Europe and the Middle East."
China's GDP Growth: Slow and Slower?
By Anthony Fensom
China's official figures show slowing growth – and the real picture may be worse.
North Korea's Choice for the Next South Korean President
By John Power
Anyone but Ban Ki-moon, apparently.
What’s Next for Russia-Thailand Military Ties?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent meeting offers a window into the current state of the relationship.
Cold Start: India to Deploy Massive Tank Army Along Border With Pakistan
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Army plans to deploy almost 500 main battle tanks along the India-Pakistan border.
How Can China Guide Economic Globalization?
By Yi Peng
A look at President Xi Jinping's speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos.