Archive
January 2017
The Real Price of Cambodia's Defamation Charges
By David Hutt
A closer look at what is a costly affair in the country.
An Uzbek Transition for Kazakhstan?
By Stanislav Pritchin
When the time comes, can a post-Nazarbayev Astana model Uzbekistan's smooth transfer of power?
Evaluating the US-China Cybersecurity Agreement, Part 2: China’s Take on Cyberspace and Cybersecurity
By Gary Brown and Christopher D. Yung
China's cyber activities (including attacks) closely mirror how it conceives of cyberspace.
What's Next for South Korea's Center-Right?
By Parker Novak
After the ruling party splits, can South Korea's conservatives hold on to power?
Engines and Oil: Rolls-Royce Paid Bribes to Bring Its Business to Kazakhstan
By Catherine Putz
This week Rolls-Royce agreed to pay $800 million to settle corruption investigations in the U.S., UK, and Brazil.
Rafsanjani and Me
A victim of state-sponsored terrorism has a different take on the death of the Iranian leader.
Is North Korea About to Welcome Donald Trump Into Office With Its First-Ever ICBM Flight Test?
By Ankit Panda
A North Korean intercontinental ballistic missile test in early 2017 looks increasingly likely, but there's a twist.
Interview: Thomas Byrne on the Future of the US-ROK Alliance
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A conversation about prospects for the relationship amid domestic political changes in both countries.
Cambodia Remembers the Mixed Blessings of Diana's Demining Legacy
By Luke Hunt
A recent anniversary provides an opportunity to reflect honestly about her mine clearance legacy.
What Does Indonesia’s New Air Force Chief Pick Mean?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jokowi’s new pick could be the country’s next military chief.
How China Is Weaponizing Outer Space
By Harsh Vasani
Many of China's space capabilities are designed to counter U.S. military advantages.
Trump: The True New Maoist
By Kerry Brown
Mao's true heir is not Xi Jinping, but the new U.S. president.