Archive
May 2018
Can Chinese Cities Leave the Car Behind?
By Liu Shaokun
For years, city planners in China have prioritized cars, but they're now taking a different route.
The Missing Piece in Macron's Asia Vision: Japan
By Valérie Niquet
France’s conflicting visions of strategic balances in the Indo-Pacific.
White: The Deafening Silences of India's Rape Epidemic
By Avinash Giri
A new silent film by an Indian indie filmmaker highlights the unending horrors of the aftermath of rape.
Another Week, Another Cronyism Scandal for Japan's Abe
By Thisanka Siripala
The controversy over a new veterinary school belonging to Abe’s old friend deepens as fresh evidence emerges.
The China-Japan Infrastructure Nexus: Competition or Collaboration?
By Ravi Prasad
Can China and Japan cooperate in building Southeast Asia's much-needed infrastructure?
The Dirty Secret of Taiwan’s Fishing Industry
By James X. Morris
Taiwan’s systemic inertia has created the perfect environment for the continued exploitation of migrant fishermen.
In India, Karnataka Elections Set Stage for Dramatic Showdown in the State and in 2019
By Aman Thakker
B.S. Yeddyurappa has been sworn in as the new CM of Karnataka. Can he form a government?
An Indian Interest in North Korea's 2018 Diplomatic Charm Offensive?
By Ankit Panda
India will take an interest in how North Korea chooses to approach the CTBT.
Trump's 'Libya Model' Remark on North Korea Was a Threat and May Sink the June 12 Summit
By Ankit Panda
Trump tried to reassure Kim, but instead ended up reminding him why he needs his nuclear weapons.
China’s New Attack Helicopter Completes Weapons Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
An export version of China’s WZ-19 light attack helicopter just completed firing tests.
Singapore-Italy Defense Ties in Focus with Air Force Chief’s Introductory Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The trip put the spotlight on one of Singapore’s foreign defense partners.
Myanmar's Fighting Season in Kachin
By Daniel Combs
The fighting in Kachin is a microcosm of Myanmar's stalled peace process.