Archive
August 2017
Russia’s ‘Mini Red October’ Subs Will Lack Advanced Propulsion System
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia’s super quiet new class of diesel-electric attack subs will lack air-independent propulsion systems.
US, Japan Conduct Military Exercise Near Senkakus
By Franz-Stefan Gady
U.S. B-1B bombers and Japanese fighters participated in a joint air drill in the vicinity of the Senkaku islands on August 15.
The British Raj’s Social and Institutional Impact on Indian Society
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The legacy of empire was born of profit-seeking.
Chinese Double Standards in the Maritime Domain
By Tuan N. Pham
Beijing clearly understands its maritime rights, but does not necessarily tolerate and accept the same rights for others.
India, RCEP and the WIPO Internet Treaties: Time For a Rethink
By Seemantani Sharma
The argument that the Treaties are ill-suited for developing countries doesn’t necessarily apply well to India.
What’s Behind the New Cambodia-Laos Border Crisis?
By Luke Hunt
A closer look at an episode in the context of Hun Sen’s wider domestic and foreign policy.
Global Shipping Trends: China Cosco Buys Orient Overseas
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Basil M. Karatzas
Sri Lanka's Debt and China’s Money
By Umesh Moramudali
Faced with difficult choices, Sri Lanka has to hope China’s Belt and Road can bring prosperity.
What’s All the Fuss About Terrorism in Central Asia?
By Paolo Sorbello
Reports from Central Asia about a future doomed to violent Islamic extremism in the region are thin on evidence.
Amid North Korea Crisis, China and US Aim to Deepen Military Cooperation
By Charlotte Gao
Top Chinese and U.S. military officials met in Beijing and signed agreement to enhance military ties
North Korea's New High-Performance Missile Engines Likely Weren't Made in Russia or Ukraine
By Ankit Panda
However, U.S. intelligence has a good idea of the kind of engine North Korea is using in its new long-range missiles.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: August 13, 2017 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!