Archive
August 2018
Can China Fix Its Propaganda Problem?
By Charlotte Gao
As long as China’s “iron fist” policy and fierce censorship continue, propaganda cannot help China's image.
Okinawa Governor’s Death Marks the End of an Era for Anti-US Base Movement
By Aki Nakai
With the death of Governor Onaga, will a new political consensus emerge on the Futenma relocation question?
Cambodia's Elections Highlight Growing Marginalization
By John Harley Breen
Neopatrimonialism remains the predominant influence on Cambodia’s political trajectory.
What the US Can Learn from China and India’s Engagement With Myanmar
By Abigail Chen and Hunter Marston
As U.S. pressure tactics have proven unable to improve conditions for the Rohingya, it is worth considering alternatives.
Where Pessimism Is Realism: The Korean Peninsula
By Daniel DePetris
When it comes to denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, pessimism is realism.
China Races to Catch Up on Foreign Affairs Spending
By Markus Herrmann and Sabine Mokry
China’s foreign affairs expenditures, while still far below those of the US or Germany, are growing with unprecedented speed.
Next High-Level Talks Set for North and South Korea
By Hyunmin Michael Kang
The August 13 meeting may finally yield a date for Moon Jae-in's anticipated visit to Pyongyang.
The Long Road to the Korean War Armistice
By Adam Yang
Amid talk of a peace treaty, a look back at the arduous negotiation process behind the Korean Armistice Agreement.
Are India’s US-Made Sub-Hunting Planes Not Meeting the Indian Navy’s Operational Requirements?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s Comptroller & Auditor General has accused the defense ministry of violating procurement processes, among other things.
HAL Chief: Tejas Light Combat Aircraft Will Be ‘Backbone’ of Indian Air Force’s ‘Combat Power’
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The head of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited flew in the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft earlier this week.
KORUS FTA Doesn’t Protect South Korea From Section 232 Investigations
By Troy Stangarone
Despite reaching an agreement on trade with the U.S., South Korea hasn't seen any relief from Section 232 investigations.
How Taiwan Competes With China in the Pacific
By Alexandre Dayant and Jonathan Pryke
Taiwan is an active player in the Pacific, home to many of its remaining diplomatic allies.