Archive
March 2018
What’s Next for Vietnam-Laos Military Ties in 2018?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent defense interaction offered a glimpse into what lies ahead for the bilateral defense relationship.
What the Arrival of North Korea's ‘Special Train’ in Beijing Means
By Yaechan Lee
Despite the mystery, the apparent North Korean visit sends a clear signal about China's role on the peninsula.
The Strategic Wisdom of Accommodating North Korea’s Nuclear Status
By Graham W. Jenkins
What if Washington came to terms with a nuclear North Korea but remained on the peninsula?
Where is the Thailand-Ukraine Military Tank Deal?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Amid reports of completion this week, a look at where the agreement is and what that means.
What’s Behind the New Russia-Laos Military Facility Hype?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of recent reports on the opening of a new Russian defense office in Vientiane.
Ablyazov's Balloons: Kazakh Opposition Co-opts the Color Blue
By Catherine Putz
International fugitive and Kazakh opposition star Mukhtar Ablyazov urged supporters to carry blue balloons during the Nowruz holiday.
What National Security Advisor John Bolton Means for India
By Tridivesh Singh Maini
Bolton's stance on Pakistan won't bother India, but his approach to Iran is deeply concerning.
Is Xi Flying Too Close to the Sun?
By Sarah Cook
The Chinese leader’s power grab may be undermining his party’s long-term survival strategy.
Namaste Thailand
By Arenla Jamir
India and Thailand share deep-rooted ties.
The Indonesian Presidency and Foreign Policy
By Yayan GH Mulyana
Each Indonesian president has come to shape, in their own way, the country’s foreign policy.
Australia Orders Expulsion of 2 Russian Diplomats Over UK Nerve Agent Assassination Attempt
By Ankit Panda
Australia joins 18 other countries in retaliating against Russia.
A Mysterious North Korean Delegation Has Arrived in Beijing: Who's Visiting?
By Ankit Panda
Is this Kim Jong-un's first overseas trip since becoming North Korea's leader—or something else?