Archive
July 2018
US-Philippines Maritime Security Cooperation in the Spotlight with Expanded Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at what the development of a new maritime training activity means
Singapore-France Defense Cooperation in Focus with Air Force Base Detachment Anniversary
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent summit meeting highlighted the defense component of ties between the two countries.
In Trump and Kim Jong Un We Trust?
By Clint Work
Recent polling data reveals South Koreans are looking more favorably on both the U.S. and North Korean leaders.
US Navy Quietly Deploys F-35-Carrying Flattop to Asia-Pacific Region
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Navy has dispatched an amphibious ready group with a squadron of F-35Bs to the Western Pacific.
Can Shehbaz Sharif Escape His Brother's Shadow?
By Annam Lodhi
To become prime minister, the long-time ruler of Punjab must overcome his family's scandals.
Art in the Delhi Metro
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The metro in the capital of India moved from state-of-the-art to art-of-the-state.
India Test Fires BrahMos Supersonic Missile Under ‘Extreme Weather Conditions’
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The supersonic cruise missile was tested as part of the service life extension program for the Indian Army.
Pakistan, Turkey Sign Deal for 30 Helicopter Gunships
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Pakistan has officially signed a contract for 30 Turkish-made attack helicopters last week.
India to Press on With Purchase of Russian S-400 Surface-to-Air Missile System
By Ankit Panda
New Delhi has notified the United States of its intention to proceed with the sale.
The US Navy's FFG(X) Program Could Take a Nod From East Asian Shipbuilders
By Robert Farley
Should the next U.S. frigate come from the Pacific?
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: July 15, 2018 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
‘Acquiescence’ and the Senkaku Island Debate
By Jun Tsuruta
China’s long postwar silence undermines its claim to sovereignty.