Archive
2019
A Day in Kashmir’s Epicenter of Resistance
By Vishal Arora
Scenes from the Soura area of Srinagar, Kashmir's epicenter of resistance.
Tracing Indonesia’s Counterterrorism Measures Since the 2002 Bali Bombings
By Kathrin Rucktäschel and Christoph Schuck
Indonesia’s current focus on reactive, and in a narrow sense preventive, measures for fighting terrorism can only offer short-term success.
IS-K Can’t Scuttle the Afghan Peace Process
By Daud Khattak
There are many possible bumps on the road to peace in Afghanistan, but IS-K isn’t a top concern.
Young Students Make Their Voices Heard in Hong Kong
By Bonnie Girard
The generation born under Chinese sovereignty in Hong Kong is pushing back on Beijing, too.
What Are Japan’s ‘Sanctions’ on South Korea?
By Shin Kawashima
It is time for a clear-eyed look at the facts.
Shattering Taliban Attack in Kabul Even as US Deal Nears
By Rahim Faiez and Cara Anna
The Taliban continue to kill Afghan civilians in attacks they say are meant for foreign "invaders.”
In Hong Kong, The World of Suzie Wong Became a War Zone
By Bonnie Girard
Over the weekend, protesters took over Wanchai District in Hong Kong.
How Does the Indo-Pacific Defense Chiefs Conference Fit into Asia’s Security Landscape?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the development of a platform for U.S. security engagement in the region.
The Fate of Turkmenistan’s Gülenists
By Nick Ashdown
What’s become of the students arrested by Turkmen authorities in 2016-17 at the height of the Gülen crackdown?
China-Iran: Thwarting U.S. Oil Sanctions
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Nicolò Sartori
Minister Visit Puts Philippines-Brunei Security Relations in the Headlines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The engagement highlighted the ongoing defense ties between the two countries.
Toxic Masculinity in Northeast India’s Matrilineal Homes
By Parul Abrol
The Northeast Indian state of Meghalaya struggles with gender roles, violence, and toxic masculinity.