Archive
August 2017
Tillerson’s First ASEAN Voyage: What’s on the Agenda?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The visit offers the Trump administration a chance to build out its Asia policy amid uncertainties in the subregion.
What Did the New Asia Terrorism Meeting in Indonesia Achieve?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The engagement reflected growing alarm about the terrorism threat and ongoing subregional cooperation to combat it.
Abe's Political Woes Continue With Moritomo Scandal Arrests
By Mina Pollmann
A much-needed electoral victory for the LDP comes with arrests in a scandal involving Abe and his wife.
Better Sanctions, Better Expectations, and a Better North Korea Policy
By Robert Farley
Are secondary sanctions the key to a better U.S. North Korea policy?
An Australian Republic, If You Can Referendum It
By Grant Wyeth
Will Canberra ditch the British monarchy? The Labor party wants to put it to a vote.
Justice? Kazakh Activist Pleads Guilty to Inciting Ethnic Hatred
By Catherine Putz
Yet another Article 174 case closed.
Malaysia, Singapore Conclude Naval Drills
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two Southeast Asian neighbors carried out the 30th iteration of Exercise Malapura.
12 Regions of China: The Inertia of Unity
By John Lee
Despite regional variations, politically speaking China is remarkably homogeneous.
Is Tajikistan Really Clearing Corruption From the Anti-Corruption Agency?
By Catherine Putz
Not quite.
A Battle Tank and an Indian Campus
By Martand Jha
Supporters want a tank installed on JNU's campus to instill nationalism in students. Students are pushing back.
Guangzhou Rental Reforms: A Step in the Right Direction for China’s Real Estate Market
By Spencer Sheehan
The new policies have limited scope for tenants and much more needs to be done.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: July 30, 2017 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!