Archive
2018
China’s S-400 Air Defense System Intercepts ‘Ballistic Target’ 250 Kilometers Away
By Franz-Stefan Gady
This constitutes the first time that China tested one of its recently acquired S-400 air defense systems.
Why India Fears Trump’s Emerging Afghanistan Approach
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
A weaker American presence would only compound New Delhi’s existing Afghan conundrum.
What’s Behind Laos’ New Budget Crackdown?
By Tae-jun Kang
A closer look at the rising focus on the regulation of public expenditure and its significance.
Brunei-Australia Military Ties in the Headlines with Defense Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The holding of the drills deserves attention within the wider perspective of the defense relationship between the two sides.
Taiwan’s African Swine Fever Response Stirs Cross-Strait Tensions
By Nick Aspinwall
Taiwan and China cannot agree on information sharing to mutually combat a severe viral outbreak.
Is the Philippines’ Populist Leader Embracing the Climate Change Agenda?
By Milan Chen
Duterte repeatedly said that climate change was a top priority for his administration.
Russia (Once Again) Announces Start of Sea Trials of ‘Doomsday Weapon’
By Franz-Stefan Gady
For the second time in 2018, Russia has announced the beginning of sea trials of its ‘Poseidon’ underwater drone.
Grinch China: Three Decades of China’s Problem with Christianity
By Bonnie Girard
A brief history of China's delicate dance with Christianity at Christmas.
Flashpoints and Arms Races to Watch in 2019
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Will 2019 see an increased chance for military confrontation in Asia?
Russia Conducts Successful Flight-Test of Avangard Hypersonic Glide Vehicle
By Ankit Panda
The test brings the Avangard one step closer to becoming the first deployed HGV system anywhere.
Looking Back on 2018 in Asian Geopolitics
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
What were the themes and events that defined the past year in Asian geopolitics?
Asia's Geopolitical Challenges: Outlook 2019
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Tiberio Graziani.