Archive
July 2017
Why Another Philippines Terrorist Attack Is Coming
By Zachary Abuza
Another Marawi-like siege is likely to occur.
US, Vietnam Kick Off First Naval Engagement Activity in Trump Era
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Washington and Hanoi begin the 8th iteration of their NEA in the latest sign of a deepening defense relationship.
US, ROK Conduct Precision-Strike Drill in Response to North Korean ICBM Launch
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Army and Republic of Korea military personnel test fired missiles in response to North Korea’s most recent ICBM test.
North Korea’s ICBM Test, Byungjin, and the Economic Logic
By Benjamin Katzeff Silberstein
North Korean leaders are gambling that increased sanctions will do little to harm a slowly growing economy.
5 Takeaways From Li Keqiang’s World Economic Forum Speech
By Spencer Sheehan
In Dalian, Li Keqiang pressed China’s case for global leadership and assured investors about economic stability.
Relatives of Gulmurod Khalimov Killed in Fight with Tajik Police
By Catherine Putz
Two of Khalimov’s brothers and two nephews were killed.
What China's Stance on Hong Kong Means for US-Taiwan Relations
By Joseph Bosco
If the Sino-British Joint Declaration on Hong Kong is now void, why should the Shanghai Communique stand?
Piracy in Australia’s Neighbors
By Nathan Page
Capacity-building in Melanesia will have a direct impact on Australian security.
Why India's Triple Talaq Debate Misses the Point
By Aftab Alam
Muslim women have far more pressing concerns. Why is this obscure practice gaining national attention?
Investment in Bay of Bengal Will Unlock Potential for Billions
By Sajeeb Wazed
The region is "fast becoming a hub for international commerce."
Indian Netizens Say #NotInMyName After Spate of Lynchings
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Enough is enough, say many Indians after lynch mobs pursue beef-eaters.
The Slow Death of Kashmir's Dal Lake
By Vishal Arora
Kashmir's crown jewel is "dying," according to the man behind a new documentary.