Archive
September 2017
Historic Indonesia-Singapore Maritime Boundary Pact Goes to UN
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The logical next step is nonetheless significant within the context of bilateral ties.
US Navy Christens New F-35B-Carrying Warship
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The second vessel of the U.S. Navy’s new class of amphibious assault ships was christened on September 16.
Malaysia Highlights Security Gaps in Interpol China Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Deputy premier’s remarks are testament to lingering challenges that remain for regional states.
Sugary Soda Tax Not Enough to Halt the March of Obesity in Asia
By Asit K. Biswas and Kris Hartley
Alarmingly, two out of five adults in the Asia-Pacific region are either overweight or obese.
Will Bougainville Hold Its Independence Referendum?
By Grant Wyeth
The referendum is scheduled for June 2019, but the PNG premier says the criteria to do so have not been met yet.
China’s Thriving Underground Churches In Danger
By Eugene K. Chow
Some predict that by 2030, China will have more than 247 million Christians.
Does Beijing Still Welcome You? It Depends
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese authorities set 23 million population limit for Beijing.
No, North Korea Isn't Dependent on Russia and China For Its Rocket Fuel
By Ankit Panda
It's long past time to stop underestimating North Korea's indigenous technical capabilities.
Yuriko Koike’s New Party: A Real Game-Changer for Japanese Politics?
By Yuki Tatsumi
Does the Tokyo governor's new party galvanize Japan's opposition?
Abe Dissolves the Diet, Snap Elections Set for October
By Zachary Torrey
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is capitalizing on his recently higher approval ratings to renew his party's mandate.
Malaysia to Get New China Security Equipment
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Agreement in principle reached in the context of growing bilateral defense ties.
The Islamic State's Support Base in Pakistan Continues to Grow
By Umair Jamal
The Islamic State's flag emerges in Pakistan's capital. How serious is the threat?