Archive
2018
The US and China Are Talking Again, But 'Competition' Is Set to Continue
By Ankit Panda
It'll take more than a reconvened Diplomatic and Security Dialogue to get the U.S. and China off their current trajectory.
The Afghanistan Conundrum: Russia’s Peace Plays and India’s Room for Maneuver
By Harsh V. Pant
Realities are changing in Afghanistan, and New Delhi must be nimble.
100 Years on From World War I: Lessons on Great Power Competition in East Asia
By Robert Farley
It's best to avoid repeating the mistakes made in the past.
Alan's Boat From China: Episode 3
By Ian Lang
It’s a (literal) struggle to stay afloat as tensions crank up on board the Passions 3.
US Calls on China to Remove Missiles From South China Sea Artificial Islands
By Ankit Panda
At the second U.S.-China Diplomatic and Security Dialogue, the U.S. called on China to withdraw its missiles from the South China Sea.
For China, How Much Will the Outcome of the US Mid-Term Elections Matter?
By Dingding Chen
There may be brief respite for Beijing, but long-term competition isn't going anywhere.
A Grim Reality for Internet Freedom in Asia
By Allie Funk
The region is a driving force behind annual declines at the global level.
How to 'Rewrite the Hong Kong Story'
By Shannon Tiezzi
An interview with Christine Loh and Richard Cullen on their new book.
Is China Fueling an East Asian Arms Race?
By Scott N. Romaniuk and Tobias Burgers
China’s military technology and weapons development are a reality check for regional security.
Why Is Transparency So Important for China’s Development Assistance?
By Zhang Chao
The lack of transparency only given strength to China’s critics and tied its own hands.
Explaining the Proliferation of China’s Drones
By Henrik Paulsson
Chinese armed drones have been operated or ordered by 17 countries.
What Is Next for South Korea's Official Online Petition Channel?
By Tae-jun Kang
More than a year after its unveiling, it's time to evaluate the Moon administration's online petition system.