Archive
April 2018
Does Duterte’s War on the International Criminal Court Really Matter?
By Luke Hunt
A closer look at an issue that has surfaced over the past few weeks.
US Sub Test Fires 2 Ballistic Missiles in Pacific Ocean
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Navy conducted ballistic missile test launches from a sub in the Pacific Ocean in March.
In Afghanistan, Peace Must Come Without Compromising Hard-Earned Gains
By Said Sabir Ibrahimi
Progress on freedom of speech, political participation, and women’s rights in Afghanistan cannot be compromised.
China’s Hardened Stance on Hong Kong and Taiwan
By Johan Englund
Dark days are ahead for Hong Kong and Taiwan as Beijing's hardline strategy continues.
What Does India’s Satellite Trouble Mean for its Space Ambitions?
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Reported problems with a new communications satellite have once again placed New Delhi’s space capabilities under scrutiny.
Tradition and Changing Ideals Collide in Post-Soviet Kyrgyzstan
By Toby A. Cox
Some Kyrgyz people believe that Nooruz collides with Muslim values, but the vast majority still celebrate anyway.
China Readies 1st Domestically Built Aircraft Carrier for Sea Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s new carrier could take to the sea for the first time this month.
Where Is the New Indonesia-Thailand Defense Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the status of an agreement reached by both sides back in 2015.
The TPP's Hidden Risk — and How to Counter It
By Wendy Cutler
It's time for the U.S. and the Asia-Pacific to rethink trade adjustment.
Rebels and Civilians Killed as Violence Surges in Kashmir
By Ahmer Khan
Deadly clashes in disputed Kashmir leave 21 dead and over 200 injured.
US-China Trade 'Battles' Have Started
By Charlotte Gao
Although the U.S. and China are imposing tit-for-tat tariffs now, the chance of resolving the dispute is still high.
Japan to Study Feasibility of New Long-Range Radar Site in Western Pacific
By Ankit Panda
Interest in the radar is spurred by increasing Chinese military activity in the western Pacific Ocean.