Archive
November 2018
Operation Red Sea: The Chinese Public's Introduction to Beijing's New Navy
By Robert Farley
A Chinese film showcases the increasing might of the People's Liberation Army Navy.
Making Sense of the India-Pakistan Kartarpur Corridor Opening
By Umair Jamal
The Kartarpur corridor may be a good confidence-building measure between the two countries, but it’s not a game changer.
A First: Leaders of US, Japan, India to Meet on 2018 G20 Sidelines for Trilateral
By Ankit Panda
The meeting will mark the first-ever leaders' level India-Japan-U.S. trilateral meeting.
Tajikistan to Plug Back Into Central Asian Power Grid
By Catherine Putz
The ADB approved a $35 million grant to reconnect Tajikistan’s electricity system to the once-unified Central Asian power grid via Uzbekistan.
Afghanistan’s Most Powerful Person Announces Bid for April Presidential Elections
By Ahmad Shah Katawazai
Mohammad Hanif Atmar vows to put an end to the ongoing insurgency as he announces his candidacy.
Army Exercise Puts Indonesia-Singapore Defense Ties in Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent exercise highlighted ongoing efforts by both sides to boost the level of activity in the defense realm.
What’s Next for the India-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
President Ram Nath Kovind's visit to Vietnam highlighted the broader trends underway in the bilateral relationship.
Taiwan’s Voters Have Dealt a Brutal Blow to the Ruling DPP
By Nick Aspinwall
The KMT rode a “blue wave” in an election more about local concerns than the influence of China or the U.S.
Is Japan’s Ballistic Missile Defense Too Integrated With the US?
By Yuki Watai
Japan runs the risk of entrapment, but seems to accept that fate willingly.
What the Neverending Imelda Marcos Case Means for Philippine Politics
By Mong Palatino
The issue has significant implications for how the country deals with its past and confronts its future.
Kyrgyz Politics Simmering Over Atambayev-Jeenbekov Feud
By Catherine Putz
The SDPK looks headed for a split while former President Atambayev and his successor, Jeenbekov, lob fiery rhetoric.
Is a Joint Korean Olympics Possible – or Desirable?
By Timothy S. Rich and Isabel Eliassen
In a recent survey, South Koreans support the idea – but less so when the question of cost comes up.