Archive
January 2017
What's Are China's Stakes in Syria?
By Uran Botobekov
The presence and activity of Uyghurs in the Turkestan Islamic Party in Syria draws Beijing's attention to the Middle East
What to Make of the New US Defense Secretary's 'Apology Tour'
By Alex Ward
In Asia next week, it's up to Mattis to salvage key relationships bruised by President Trump's campaign rhetoric.
Is Lashker-e-Jhangvi Taking Advantage of Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Bilateral Tensions?
By Umair Jamal
The LeJ’s militant infrastructure inside and outside Pakistan should be a cause of concern for the country.
South Korea to Buy 12 Sub Killer Helicopters
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Seoul will field 12 additional maritime patrol helicopters by 2022 to counter North Korean submarines.
Are Political Reforms Afoot in Kazakhstan?
By Catherine Putz
Not so fast; Nazarbayev will remain the “supreme arbiter.”
India Seeks 57 New Naval Fighter Jets for Carriers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Navy has issued a request for information (RFI) for a new carrier-based fighter jet this month.
Indonesia Gets First SIGMA 10514 Warship
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Delivery of first of two vessels proceeds as scheduled.
Singapore-Hosted Military Exercise a Test for ASEAN’s Disaster Response
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Ex COORES 2017 was a notable development on the HADR front.
What’s Ailing Womenomics?
By V. Ayano Ogawa
Despite government efforts, cultural pressures continue to dissuade many women in Japan from joining the workforce.
Oceans of Plastic: Fixing Indonesia’s Marine Debris Pollution Laws
By Muhammad Taufan
How can Indonesia overcome its status as the world’s second-largest contributor to plastic marine pollution?
South Korea's President Park: Scandal Accusations 'Colossal Lies'
By Bruce Harrison
In her first-ever one-on-one interview with a South Korean journalist, Park Geun-hye dismisses corruption allegations.