Archive
April 2018
Boeing to Partner With Indian Defense Firms in Bid for 110 Fighter Jets Contract
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Boeing will partner with Indian defense contractors in setting up a F/A-18 fighter jet production facility.
Japan Destroyer in the Philippines Amid Big Maritime Week
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction has once again put the defense ties between the two sides in the spotlight.
Stage is Set for Malaysia’s 2018 Election
By Luke Hunt
The country will head to the polls on May 9.
Overcoming India and Pakistan's Perpetual Standoff in Kashmir
By Amina Afzal
Increasing tensions between the two countries don’t augur well for the fragile South Asian peace.
Why There Won’t Be a Cambodian Spring This Election Year
By Gavin Kelleher
Frustration is growing among Cambodian pro-democracy activists, but Hun Sen’s position has never been stronger.
Can Asian Growth Survive Trade Threats?
By Anthony Fensom
So far, so good for Asia's growth projections. But how long can that last?
The Future of War and a Tale of 2 Conferences
By Franz-Stefan Gady
What two conferences that the author recently attended reveal about our understanding of war.
Understanding How China Chooses to Coerce and Influence US Partners and Allies
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
How does the Chinese Communist Party seek to influence and coerce U.S. partners and allies in Asia? Why does it matter?
What’s in the New Philippines Special Operations Command?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of a new development.
Is This the End for Shinzo Abe?
By Thisanka Siripala
Widespread political mistrust deepens after new evidence of malpractice in the Moritomo Gakuen land sale scandal.
Patriot, Lucky Spirit, Villain: Pol Pot Remembered
By George Wright
In his final stronghold, the Khmer Rouge leader is remembered differently.
US F-35-Carrying Warship Holds 1st Naval Drill With Japanese Navy
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Navy flattop trained with a Japanese warship for the first time since arriving in Japan earlier this year.