Archive
June 2018
Japan First? Tokyo Welcomes Malaysia's Repositioning on China
By Daniel Hurst
Mahathir chose Japan for the site of his first visit since retaking the prime minister's office in Malaysia.
Why Afghan Peace Negotiations are Imminent
By Hazrat Bahar
The conditions are ripening for talks between the Afghan government, the Taliban, and the United States to begin.
Vietnam Mass Protests Expose Hanoi’s China Dilemma
By Tom Fawthrop
The protests highlight the difficulties in embracing Chinese investment while defending Vietnamese independence.
Why Pakistan Needs a Democratic Revolution
By Touqir Hussain
The country needs much more than just another round of elections to address its manifold challenges.
Pakistan's 2018 Election: A Springboard for Radicals With Political Aspirations
By Umair Jamal
Radical groups will make the most of Pakistan's upcoming election.
What’s Next for Thailand’s Attack Helicopters Acquisition?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though Bangkok continues to look for ways to realize its ambitions on this front, several uncertainties remain.
Malaysia and Australia: New Focus on an Old Scandal
By Erin Cook
Ties between the two countries are facing an early test.
Vietnam’s Meat Boom
By Arve Hansen
Vietnamese cuisine is famous for its use of herbs and vegetables. Why then is meat consumption in Vietnam increasing at astounding rates?
Investing in North Korean 'Bonds'
By Tae-jun Kang
Why some investors are looking at buying up North Korean debt -- and what that means in practice.
How Has China Shaped Arctic Fisheries Governance?
By Nengye Liu
Parsing China's role in the Agreement to Prevent Unregulated High Seas Fisheries in the Central Arctic Ocean.
The World of Rohingya Refugees
By Susannah Schaefer
A view of Rohingya life -- and crucial medical care -- inside the Cox's Bazar refugee camp.
Why China’s New Cambodia Military Boost Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Beijing’s recent assistance once again spotlights the strengthening defense ties between the two countries.