Archive
2019
Nicaragua’s Chinese-Financed Canal Project Still in Limbo
By Nicholas Muller
Uncertainty for those along the planned canal as the government’s contract with its Chinese billionaire builder expires.
New Upgraded Su-30 Aircraft Delivery Highlights Indonesia Air Force Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The arrival of the aircraft has highlighted Indonesia’s links with Russia in its air force capabilities.
Afghanistan Vows to Crush Militants After Deadly Wedding Attack by Islamic State
By Rahim Faiez
“We will take revenge for every civilian drop of blood,” President Ghani vowed as Kabul mourns 63 dead.
Malaysian Judge Postpones 2nd Corruption Trial for Former PM Najib
By Associated Press
The delay will allow the first trial involving Najib, also linked to the 1MDB scandal, to finish before the next begins.
The EU Call on Hong Kong's Extradition Bill
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Sandra Marco Colino.
What’s the Price of Freedom? Kazakh Activist Accepts Plea Deal
By Catherine Putz
Serikzhan Bilash was released with a fine and a promise to end his activism for ethnic Kazakhs detained in China.
Trade Dependence and Politicization: Lessons From the Japan-Korea Conflict
By Jongsoo Lee
The trade spat has driven home the danger of overreliance on Japanese imports -- and not only for South Korea.
Taking Stock of Shanghai’s Free Trade Zone
By Eleanor Albert
The pilot program in Shanghai was supposed to be a model for national reform. How is it faring?
The Pacific Islands Forum at 50
By Balaji Chandramohan
The evolving geopolitics in the South Pacific were on full display at the 50th PIF.
US-Southeast Asia Counterterrorism Cooperation in the Headlines With New Philippines Training Facility
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The establishment of a new counterterrorism facility highlighted Washington’s role in supporting efforts in this area.
Sino-Indian Relations: Wuhan Spirit Under Growing Strain
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The already tenuous effort by both sides to manage their ties has been further complicated by contemporary developments.
What’s in the New India-Vietnam Patrol Vessel Project Launch?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides broke ground on the first specific project to operationalize their defense partnership in this realm.