Archive
January 2017
US Navy to Add 9 Warships in 2017
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Navy is slated to commission its new supercarrier this year, along with six surface warships and two subs.
How Russia May Approach the Taliban and Afghanistan in 2017
By Ankit Panda
A revealing interview with Putin's top envoy in Afghanistan suggests continued rapprochement with the Taliban.
Why Are Russian Warships in the Philippines?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at the significance of the latest development in an expanding defense relationship.
North Korea: 4 Hard Questions for the Trump Administration
By Sungtae (Jacky) Park
Trump's answers will determine his administration's North Korea policy.
Jumping to Conclusions: Erroneous Claims of Kyrgyz Attacker in Istanbul's Reina Club Attack
By Catherine Putz
A Kyrgyz man was falsely identified as the gunman who killed 39 at an Istanbul nightclub.
Why Are China's Submarines Visiting Malaysia?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A brief look at how to read the latest naval engagement between the two sides.
The Rise of Taliban Diplomacy
By Ahmad Bilal Khalil
How are the Taliban and Kabul faring in their diplomatic tug-of-war over Afghanistan's neighbors?
‘Azja Express’: Asia’s Life Unexpressed
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The TV show’s formula reinforces European stereotypes about Asia.
What's Behind the Latest Political Reshuffling in Southern China?
By Cal Wong
New hires in Hong Kong and Guangdong hint at the central government's political priorities.
Asia’s New Year Resolutions for 2017
By Anthony Fensom
Suggested goals for Asia's major economies in the new year.
Football Leaks: The Kazakh Connection
By Paolo Sorbello
A Kazakh family is at the center of a scandal that unveiled murky deals in the global world of football.
Pakistan Commissions 2 New 600-Ton Maritime Patrol Vessels
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The two vessels are currently on their voyage home from China.