Archive
February 2017
Will Sweden Supply India’s Latest Fighter Jet?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Swedish aircraft maker Saab has offered to set up a production line in India to co-produce up to 250 new fighter jets.
What’s Next for Japan-Philippines Defense Relations Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A deeper look at what lies ahead for both sides in the security sphere.
Will China Pay for Syria to Rebuild?
By Wang Jin
China's political and economic incentives aren't enough for it to spend a massive sum helping Syria rebuild.
Kyrgyzstan Sets November Date for Presidential Election
By Catherine Putz
The contenders are already gathering for what will surely be Central Asia's most dynamic election to date.
South Korea Mulls Ballistic Missile Test
By Franz-Stefan Gady
In response to Pyongyang’s recent intermediate-range launch, Seoul is considering test firing a ballistic missile.
The Power of India's Village Women
By Moin Qazi
India is far from perfect in ensuring women's rights, but quotas at the local government level are having a real impact.
The Right Way to Confront China
By Tyler Roylance
Recent moves toward a more traditional China policy are welcome, but not enough to meet the challenge from Beijing.
President Trump: Implications for Sri Lanka
By Barana Waidyatilake and Dinusha Panditaratne
What Trump's general philosophy and approach to Asia will mean for small states like Sri Lanka.
Nepal's Child Brides
By Girls Not Brides
One girl's story shines a light on a pervasive problem.
New Wave of Terrorist Attacks Casts Doubt on Pakistan's Security Forces
By Daud Khattak
A recent upswing in violence could disillusion Pakistanis, as well as impacting the new U.S. administration's view of Pakistan.
The Danger of Najibizing Malaysia’s Foreign Policy
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Recent controversies over the country’s foreign policy decisions are the product of a broader problem.
Does Duterte's Philippines Need an Interdependent Foreign Policy?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Former president Fidel Ramos is suggesting an alternate way for the Philippines to approach the world.