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October 2017

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Russia to Launch Its Most Powerful Ballistic Missile Sub in November

Russia to Launch Its Most Powerful Ballistic Missile Sub in November

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian Navy is expected to float out an improved variant of its latest class of ballistic missile subs next month.
Japanese Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Bombers

Japanese Fighter Jets Intercept Russian Bombers

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japanese fighter jets scrambled to intercept two Russian bombers approaching Japan's airspace.

Why Japan’s New Military Aircraft Gift to the Philippines Matters

Why Japan’s New Military Aircraft Gift to the Philippines Matters

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The subtle change is not without significance for both sides and the wider region.

China’s First 5th Generation Fighter Moves Into Serial Production

China’s First 5th Generation Fighter Moves Into Serial Production

By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s first stealth fighter will move soon into serial production, according to Chinese state-controlled media.

Is Sustainable Development Along the Mekong Possible?

Is Sustainable Development Along the Mekong Possible?

By Linh Tong and Linh Tong
Political realities – starting with China – make Mekong management difficult.
US Sends Nuclear-Capable Bomber to Pacific Ahead of Trump Visit

US Sends Nuclear-Capable Bomber to Pacific Ahead of Trump Visit

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. sent a long-range stealth bomber on a long-range training mission to the Pacific last weekend.

China Conducts Joint Patrol With ASEAN Mekong States

China Conducts Joint Patrol With ASEAN Mekong States

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The 63rd iteration of the Mekong joint patrols took place last week.
Singapore Holds Maritime Security Exercise Amid Terror Fears

Singapore Holds Maritime Security Exercise Amid Terror Fears

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The 2017 iteration of Exercise Highcrest was held last week.

Thailand Faces New Era of Uncertainty After Royal Cremation

Thailand Faces New Era of Uncertainty After Royal Cremation

By Luke Hunt
Millions bid a final farewell as a new era beckons.

Understanding India's Consular Presence in the Southern United States

Understanding India's Consular Presence in the Southern United States

By Robert Farley
The Diplomat's Robert Farley speaks to India's top diplomat in Houston, Texas.

The Difficult Discussion on Cambodia’s Forests

The Difficult Discussion on Cambodia’s Forests

By Tyler Roney
Cambodia did not take kindly to satellite images from NASA showing the extent of deforestation.
Belt And Road Initiative: EU Strategic Interests In Asia

Belt And Road Initiative: EU Strategic Interests In Asia

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Richard Ghiasy.

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