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July 2019

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Xi Jinping Continues His Quest for Absolute Party Control

Xi Jinping Continues His Quest for Absolute Party Control

By Shannon Tiezzi
A pair of recent meetings emphasized Xi's bid to strengthen CCP leadership even further.
India to Buy Extended-Range Artillery Shells From US

India to Buy Extended-Range Artillery Shells From US

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Army is in the process of procuring extended-range guided artillery shells from the United States.

Long Awaited Intra-Afghan Conference Brings Peace One Step Closer

Long Awaited Intra-Afghan Conference Brings Peace One Step Closer

By Kathy Gannon
The much-touted conference was attended by Taliban, Afghan government representatives, women, and civil society.

India to Buy 18 More Su-30MKI Fighter Jets From Russia

India to Buy 18 More Su-30MKI Fighter Jets From Russia

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian government is reportedly processing a request from the Indian Air Force for 18 more Su-30MKIs.

Australian Student Released by North Korea Denies Being a Spy

Australian Student Released by North Korea Denies Being a Spy

By Associated Press
Alek Sigley had been studying at Kim Il Sung University before being detained on charges of espionage.
What Explains the Enduring Resilience of Political Dynasties in India?

What Explains the Enduring Resilience of Political Dynasties in India?

By Ambar Kumar Ghosh and Avishek Jha
Despite widespread rhetorical condemnation of dynastic leadership in political parties, the trend shows no sign of abating.

US Navy Completes Hellfire Missile Tests on Littoral Combat Ship

US Navy Completes Hellfire Missile Tests on Littoral Combat Ship

By Franz-Stefan Gady
The weapon system is slated to go out on a ship deployment later this year.
Japan's Aegis Ashore System Hits a Roadblock: Domestic Politics

Japan's Aegis Ashore System Hits a Roadblock: Domestic Politics

By Mina Pollmann
Local opposition, and a poorly handled government explanation, have delayed deployment of the new systems.

The Stalemate Driving Vietnam's Illegal Wildlife Trade

The Stalemate Driving Vietnam's Illegal Wildlife Trade

By Kate Fox
Vietnam had a plan for ending bear bile farming. What went wrong?

Air Force Exercise Highlights US-Indonesia Military Cooperation

Air Force Exercise Highlights US-Indonesia Military Cooperation

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction spotlighted ongoing collaboration between the two sides in the security realm.

Where Is Indonesia on China’s Belt and Road Initiative?

Where Is Indonesia on China’s Belt and Road Initiative?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jakarta continues to seek ways to manage the opportunities and challenges stemming from the BRI.
Why Malaysia’s New Proposal Could Change Southeast Asia’s Drugs Debate

Why Malaysia’s New Proposal Could Change Southeast Asia’s Drugs Debate

By Preeti Jha
A move to decriminalize personal drug use and possession could help to shift the regional discourse on drugs.

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