Archive
October 2017
Closing The Gap: Asia’s Slow Progress on Equality
By Anthony Fensom
Gender equality remains a distant pursuit for much of the Asia-Pacific region, despite the economic and social benefits.
Sri Lanka's Opportunities to Counter Youth Radicalization
By Anishka De Zylva
Counter-radicalization is an important issue, and greater international engagement is needed.
The Human Costs of Controlling Xinjiang
By Zachary Torrey
Beijing has strong incentives to exert control in Xinjiang. The Uyghurs pay the price.
Political Struggles at Home Shape Beijing’s Meddling Abroad
By Sarah Cook
Authoritarian rule in China poses a growing threat to democracy elsewhere.
Jimmy Carter: China's Only US Ally on North Korea?
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese foreign ministry quotes Carter who suggests the US send a delegation to Pyongyang
Military Stalemate: How North Korea Could Win a War With the US
By Franz-Stefan Gady
It's time to reexamine the assertion that North Korea’s defeat is preordained.
The Role of Translation in South Korean Diplomacy
By Hyunmin Michael Kang
A good tongue is always a good weapon.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: October 8, 2017 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
Trump's Dangerous Twitter Rebuke of Tillerson May Make Diplomacy Impossible With North Korea
By Ankit Panda
Trump's comments risk serious destabilization and even war.
US, Australian Air Forces Hold Bilateral Bomber Integration Drills
By Ankit Panda
The Royal Australian Air Force and U.S. Air Force continue to increase their interoperability.
Pakistan Navy to Purchase Frigates from China
By Charlotte Gao
Pakistan’s former naval chief Muhammad Zakaullah said contracts have been signed to acquire frigates from China.
Kim Jong-un Elevates His Sister to Worker's Party Politburo
By Ankit Panda
Kim Yo-jong's responsibilities expand and consolidate the Kim family's hold over North Korea.