Archive
May 2017
Indonesia Wants Global War on Illegal Fishing
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Southeast Asian state wants illegal fishing to be declared a transnational crime.
India, Russia 5th Generation Fighter Jet Deal to Be Signed ‘Soon’
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India and Russia have so far failed to conclude a work-sharing agreement for the co-development of a new fighter jet.
Globalization with Chinese Characteristics: A New International Standard?
By Jason Zukus
As the US focuses inward, China promotes its own take on globalization.
Lawyer Says Suits Against Media Organizations in Kyrgyzstan Suspended
By Catherine Putz
A lawyer has asked the Constitutional Chamber to examine the constitutionality of recent libel cases against media.
Taiwan Detains Chinese Fishermen in Latest Cross-Strait Spat
By Shannon Tiezzi
Two of the seven fishermen were injured by rubber bullets after resisting inspection by the Taiwan Coast Guard.
Why is the Indonesia-Russia Fighter Jet Deal Still on Hold?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The agreement continues to prove elusive for both sides.
‘Womenomics’ Comes to Japan's Defense Sector
By Mayuko Yatsu
Women are making in-roads in the Defense Ministry and Self-Defense Forces, but more needs to be done.
A New Chapter in Myanmar-Vatican Relations
By Jonathan T. Chow
The restoration of diplomatic ties comes with Pope Francis' offer to help with peacebuilding in Myanmar.
India, Russia to Upgrade Joint Military Exercise
By Franz-Stefan Gady
This year’s joint Indo-Russian military exercise will include army, navy, and air force elements for the first time.
Fighting Along the Afghanistan-Tajikistan Borderlands: Cause for Concern in Central Asia?
By Catherine Putz
How concerned should Tajikistan -- and by extension Central Asia -- be about renewed fighting in the Afghan borderlands?
Singapore Launches First New Warship Amid Navy Anniversary
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Premier officially launches new locally-built and designed vessel as a milestone for the city-state’s navy.
China Coast Guard’s New ‘Monster’ Ship Completes Maiden Patrol in South China Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The world’s largest coast guard cutter conducted its first patrol in the contested waters this month.