Archive
October 2018
US-Singapore Defense Ties in Focus with Military Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent engagement reinforced the ongoing security relationship between the two countries.
The Great Debate: Chiang Kai-shek's Role in 21st Century Taiwan
By James X. Morris
As transitional justice moves forward in Taiwan, references to its authoritarian past are being removed or vandalized.
Australia Commissions Second Air Warfare Destroyer
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Royal Australian Navy has commissioned its second Hobart-class air warfare destroyer on October 27.
Another Atambayev Ally Faces Corruption Charges in Kyrgyzstan
By Catherine Putz
Ikramjan Ilmiyanov, a former adviser to previous Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev, faces corruption charges.
The Dalai Lama and China’s Quest for Buddhist Soft Power
By Rinzin Dorjee
China is trying to woo Buddhists around the world to support the Belt and Road -- and, eventually, a CCP-approved Dalai Lama.
Can Bhutan’s New Government Avoid Doklam 2.0?
By Sudha Ramachandran
The balancing act between China, India, and Bhutan's own interests continues under a new PM.
India, Russia Sign $950 Million Deal For 2 Guided-Missile Frigates
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India and Russia reportedly concluded an agreement for the procurement of two guided-missile frigates for the Indian Navy.
Kazakhstan Prepares Roadshows as Privatization Lags Behind
By Paolo Sorbello
Both the schedule and prospects for selling state assets in Kazakhstan seem as unstable as ever.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: October 28, 2018 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
Imagining a Post-INF US Posture in East Asia
By Ankit Panda
The challenges to U.S. intermediate-range missile deployments in Asia shouldn't be overlooked.
Sri Lanka, the Indian Ocean, and the New Era of Great Power Competition
By Asanga Abeyagoonasekera
How will Sri Lanka manage a new era in the Indian Ocean?
Me and #MeToo: A Story From New Delhi's Jawaharlal University in the Early 2000s
By Parul Abrol
Until #MeToo, few women in India had spoken out about harassment. I did and here's my story.