Archive
May 2017
Self-Reliance and Sunshine: Previewing President Moon's North Korea Policy
By Hyuk Kim
Moon should be wary of emphasizing the old principle of self-reliance in solving inter-Korea issues.
Japan-Brazil Cooperation: Flawed By Design?
By Dawisson Belém Lopes
Despite strong cultural ties, politically and economically Japan-Brazil relations remain stunted.
Demystifying Everest
By Pradeep Bashyal
What it's really like to climb the world's tallest mountain.
No, South Korea's New President Is Not 'Anti-American'
By Ankit Panda
South Korea's new president may seek more independence within the alliance, but he's not anti-American.
For Kashmir, CPEC Highlights Divisions
By Fahad Shah
Will New Delhi look to bring peace to Kashmir by accepting the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor?
Does Moon Jae-in’s Victory Herald a New Dawn for the Sunshine Policy?
By Troy Stangarone
The geopolitical context doesn't favor a direct return to the Sunshine Policy of 1998-2008.
Recognizing Australia’s Nuclear Past
By Grant Wyeth
More than 60 years after hosting British nuclear tests, Canberra is extending benefits to veterans who were exposed.
South Korea Presidential Election: Moon Jae-in Claims Victory
By Catherine Putz
Exit polls and the count so far indicate that the Democratic Party's Moon will be South Korea's next leader.
India, Japan to Deepen Defense Cooperation
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s minister of defense and his Japanese counterpart affirmed plans to strengthen their military cooperation.
Australia's New Budget Hopes for a Continued Lucky Streak
By Anthony Fensom
The Coalition government's latest budget depends on some overly optimistic economic forecasts to cut the deficit.
Uzbekistan's Next Step: Renewed International Engagement
By Catherine Putz
High-level officials from international organizations are making the pilgrimage to Tashkent after years of rough relations.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: May 7, 2017 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!