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February 2017

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Malaysia’s New Army Chief Makes First Singapore Visit

Malaysia’s New Army Chief Makes First Singapore Visit

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Zulkiple Kassim makes an introductory trip to the city-state amid an uncertain geopolitical environment.
Is Indonesia Ready for New Cyber Agency?

Is Indonesia Ready for New Cyber Agency?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at where the country is in establishing a much-needed body.

A Schism Among Australian Conservatives

A Schism Among Australian Conservatives

By Grant Wyeth
Cory Bernardi's defection from the Liberal Party is a significant moment in Australian politics.

Pakistan Kicks off Large Multinational Naval Exercise

Pakistan Kicks off Large Multinational Naval Exercise

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The naval drill involves 37 countries including China, Russia, and the United States.

China's Xi Finally Speaks to Trump, Who Affirms US 'One China' Policy: Major Takeaways

China's Xi Finally Speaks to Trump, Who Affirms US 'One China' Policy: Major Takeaways

By Ankit Panda
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump finally speak.
US, Chinese Military Aircraft See Close Encounter Over South China Sea

US, Chinese Military Aircraft See Close Encounter Over South China Sea

By Ankit Panda
The incident reportedly took place in airspace near Scarborough Shoal.

Afghanistan in 'Stalemate', Top US Commander Notes

Afghanistan in 'Stalemate', Top US Commander Notes

By Ankit Panda
The best reports on the Trump age in foreign policy and Asia, New START vacillations, and more. Weekly links.
Too Late for a Singapore Reading Culture?

Too Late for a Singapore Reading Culture?

By David Hutt
A closer look at a hotly-contested issue.

China and the Vatican Are a Step Closer to Mending Ties

China and the Vatican Are a Step Closer to Mending Ties

By Cal Wong
According to a Hong Kong bishop, China and the Holy See have a solution to the major issue keeping them apart.

‘Who Watches the Watchmen?’ Bad Cops in the Philippines

‘Who Watches the Watchmen?’ Bad Cops in the Philippines

By Rob Attwell
The murder of a Korean businessman shines a light on abuses of power by Philippine police.

Thailand's Construction Nomads

Thailand's Construction Nomads

By Antolín Avezuela and Ana Salvá
Hundreds of migrant construction workers reside in shipping containers in the outskirts of Bangkok.

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