Archive
August 2018
Why Xi Jinping Thought Is a Threat to China's Future
By James A. Dorn
China's institutional infrastructure is weaker than it might appear at first glance.
Back to Wakhan: Kyrgyz Returnees Head Back to Afghanistan
By Colleen Wood
A group of ethnic Kyrgyz who moved to Kyrgyzstan last year from Afghanistan have returned to the Pamirs -- why?
What’s Next for Russia-Philippines Maritime Ties Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at some aspects of collaboration that are in the works by both sides.
Singapore-Germany Cyber Cooperation in Focus with Introductory Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent visit put the spotlight on this aspect of collaboration between the two countries.
The Battle for Ghazni: A Wake-Up Call?
By Ankit Panda
Kunduz, Lashkar Gah, and now Ghazni. Which Afghan city will be next?
Fifth Inter-Korean Summit Scheduled for September 2018: What to Expect
By Ankit Panda
North Korea will want economic results from South Korea at the upcoming inter-Korean summit.
Where Do China-Pakistan Ties Go in the Age of Imran Khan?
By Harsh V. Pant
The Pakistan-China relationship is likely to maintain a familiar trajectory.
The Trump Administration's Terrible Idea for Afghanistan's Security Forces
By Ghulam Farooq Mujaddidi
The Trump administration wants Afghan security forces to withdraw from parts of the country. That is a very bad idea.
Facebook’s Plan to Enter China Is Doomed to Fail
By Chuzi Xiao
It's not just a question of censorship; many Chinese government policies would work against Facebook.
Caspian Sea Dispute Settled on the Surface
By Catherine Putz
The landmark agreement settles some Caspian Sea issues, but leaves others open for further discussion.
A New Vietnam-Thailand Navy Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A new hydrographic agreement factored into recent discussions by both sides.
In Kashmir, Security Searches Lead to Sexual Abuse
By Qadri Inzamam
India's renewed Cordon and Search Operations are proving a nightmare for Kashmir's women.