Archive
2018
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: December 9, 2018 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
US Launches Third Zumwalt-Class Guided Missile Destroyer
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The third and last Zumwalt-Class guided missile destroyer was launched on December 9.
US Announces New Human Rights Sanctions on 3 Senior North Korean Officials
By Ankit Panda
The sanctions include Choe Ryong Hae, Kim Jong Un's perceived "number two."
Why Are Border Disputes Rocking Malaysia-Singapore Ties After Mahathir’s Return?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Renewed tensions have once again raised concerns about the state of bilateral ties following the former premier’s return to office.
Why the 2018 US-India Air Force Exercises Matter
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The 'Cope India' military exercise holds broader significance for the bilateral relationship.
India, China Resume Annual 'Hand-in-Hand' Military Exercise After One-Year Gap
By Ankit Panda
The exercise was suspended in 2017 amid strained bilateral ties after the Doklam standoff.
A New Vietnam-Israel Drone Deal?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at reports that have surfaced about an agreement by both sides within the context of wider defense collaboration.
The Asia-Pacific Summit 2018 and Civic Dissent in Nepal
By Arun Budhathoki
Nepal’s communist government grapples with civic dissent.
Kashmir's Bloody November
By Zafar Dar
November 2018 was a month of funerals in the disputed region of Kashmir.
Brunei-Malaysia Military Ties in Focus With Defense Chief Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted the ongoing defense activity between the two countries.
China Escalates Pressure on Canada Over Huawei Case
By Charlotte Gao
The Chinese foreign ministry summoned U.S. and Canadian ambassadors over Meng Wanzhou’s detention.
First F-35A Stealth Fighters Arrive in Australia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Royal Australian Air Force has received its first two F-35A Joint Strike Fighters to be permanently based in Australia.