Archive
2019
The China-NBA Tempest in a Teacup
By Jansen Tham
The NBA-China spat is just the latest indication of a longstanding (and growing) problem.
What’s in the New Russia-Philippines Military Facility Chatter?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at an idea recently advanced within the broader defense relationship.
C130J Hercules Aircraft Talk Puts US-Indonesia Military Relations in Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The discussion of the issue spotlighted ongoing defense cooperation between the two sides.
Will Glenwright on the Future of Cricket in Nepal
By StoriesAsia
Is cricket in Nepal destined for greater heights?
In the Indian Northeast, Old Traditions Meet New Tensions
By StoriesAsia
A tiny village in Meghalaya encapsulates India’s new intra-religious tensions.
Russia to Lay Down 2 Project 636.3 Fast Attack Subs This Week
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Two diesel-electric attack submarines will be laid down on November 1 in St. Petersburg, according to the head of the Russian Navy.
How India’s Aircraft Carriers Tell the Story of Its Diplomatic History
By Krzysztof Iwanek
India’s five aircraft carriers through time may represent the four stages of its evolving foreign policy.
The Indian Government Seeks to Firm Up Another Peace Agreement in Disturbed Nagaland
By StoriesAsia
Can this attempt succeed where others have not?
China’s Communists Hold Key Meeting Amid Rising Challenges
By Associated Press
The fourth plenum kicked off in Beijing on October 28.
US Travel Industry to Chinese Tourists: What Trade War?
By Associated Press
The U.S. travel industry is redoubling its efforts to engage with Chinese tourists while waiting out the trade war.
Kazakhstan Remains Nazarbayev’s State
By Catherine Putz
If it walks like a president, talks like a president, and has powers on par with a president...
Exercise Airguard Anniversary Puts Singapore Brunei Air Force Ties Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides recently commemorated the 25th anniversary of a key interaction within their broader defense relationship.