Archive
June 2017
China Gives Belarus New Armored Vehicles
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Beijing doles out a new round of military technical assistance to Minsk.
Time to Truly Understand Thailand’s 1932 Revolution
By Eugene Mark
The Thai government has been trying to bury the memory of the revolution that gave birth to democracy in Thailand.
What Does Malaysia’s Air Force Need?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s air force chief recently reiterated what some of the service’s top priorities are.
China’s Propaganda Goes Viral
By Eugene K. Chow
China is changing its propaganda (and censorship) tactics for the social media age.
Toshiba's Chip Unit Saga Drags on
By Mina Pollmann
Opposition to the sale from a partner is keeping Toshiba from sealing the deal.
Postcard From Seongju’s Anti-THAAD Protest
By Jon Letman
A year after being chosen to host THAAD, protests in Seongju show little sign of ending.
A US-India Consensus on China's Belt and Road?
By Ankit Panda
The Modi-Trump joint statement includes a curious paragraph. What does it mean?
Why Is Myanmar's Peace Process Still Failing?
By Luke Hunt
Naypyidaw continues to face significant challenges as it tries to end decades of conflict.
China Launches Next-Generation Guided-Missile Destroyer
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A new domestically-produced warship was launched in Shanghai on June 28.
What Syed Salahuddin’s 'Global Terrorist’ Designation Means for Pakistan
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
The United States increasingly aligns with India's stance on militancy in Kashmir. How should Pakistan respond?
Nepal’s Trial-By-Election
By Peter Gill
The second phase of Nepal’s local elections tested both the new constitution and the country’s vision.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: June 25, 2017 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!