Archive
July 2017
US Navy Commissions New Warship in Pearl Harbor to Counter ‘Chinese and Russian Aggressiveness’
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The new warship “is the embodiment of America’s resolve to protect our homeland and defend our allies,” the U.S. military’s most senior officer in the Asia-Pacific says.
Japan’s Defense Ministry Plans to Boost Number of Cyber Warriors
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The defense ministry is mulling a plan to significantly increase the size of its cyber warfare force.
A Year Later, the South China Sea Award Stands as Evidence of China's Rule-Breaking Behavior
By Ankit Panda
Beijing's behavior continues to flout the July 12 ruling, but it'll stand as a historical fact.
Chinese Defense Ministry to Japan: 'Get Used To' PLAAF Operations Through the Miyako Strait
By Ankit Panda
China wants Japan to get used to seeing its military vessels and aircraft transit the Miyako Strait.
North Korea's ICBM Celebration Concert Reveals Never-Before-Seen Missile Imagery
By Ankit Panda
A North Korean concert reveals a treasure trove of historical imagery related to the country's missile programs.
Understanding the India-China Standoff at Doklam
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
India and Chinese troops are currently gridlocked in one of the most serious border standoffs in decades. Why?
Why India Isn't Really 'Acting East' in Myanmar
By Jonathan Tai
New Delhi has a lot left to do to actually realize its grand ambitions.
What Trump's Afghanistan Policy Means for India
By Sourina Bej
The Trump administration seems to expect more Indian involvement in Afghanistan. Is that wise?
US Navy Solicits Industry Solutions for a More Capable Frigate
By Steven Stashwick
Expanded combat requirements cast doubt on adequacy of improving Littoral Combat Ship designs.
China Flies 6 Heavy Long-Range Bombers Near Japan
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China flew six H-6K bombers through the Miyako Strait. Japan scrambled its fighter jets in response.
Will President Moon Repeat His Predecessors' Mistakes?
By Booseung Chang
Moon, like other South Korean presidents, seems to have little use for his party post-election.
Why China Is Trimming Its Army
By Adam Ni
The latest cuts to the PLA Army will help make China's military a leaner, more modern force.