Archive
March 2020
Indian Army Prepares to Assist in Virus Response Measures
By Ankit Panda
The Indian Army is training to assist in COVID–19 containment efforts, if needed.
The Taliban Rejects Ghani’s Intra-Afghan Dialogue Team: What Now?
By Umair Jamal
The Taliban’s decision to reject Ghani’s intra-Afghan dialogue team should not come as a surprise.
Character and Leadership: COVID-19 in US-China Relations
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Admiral James Stavridis (U.S. Navy, Ret.).
Pakistan’s Fight Against the Coronavirus Threat
By Muhammad Ahmad Saad
Prime Minister Khan has been criticized for his response, but Pakistan is managing the best it can under difficult circumstances
What’s Next for the Philippines Communist Insurgency Under Duterte?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the state of one of Asia’s longest-running insurgencies and its future prospects.
New Temburong Bridge Opening Highlights China-Brunei Relations Amid Coronavirus Challenge
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the recent unveiling of the key infrastructure project.
What is the Future of Japan’s Nuclear Diplomacy?
By Daisuke Akimoto
It’s time for Tokyo to sign and ratify the Nuclear Weapons Ban Treaty.
More Arrests Linked to February Ethnic Violence in Kazakhstan
By Catherine Putz
Kazakh authorities say 25 have been arrested in connection to deadly violence targeting the Dungan community in February.
China Lays Keel for Pakistan Navy’s Second Type 054A Missile Frigate
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China held a keel-laying ceremony last month at a shipyard in Shanghai for the second of four Type 054A-class frigates on order for the Pakistan Navy.
Vietnam’s Big Air Pollution Challenge
By Thang Nam Do
Bold action is needed to address the country’s problem.
US Navy Destroyer USS Zumwalt to Be Fully Operational Within Days
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Work on the destroyer’s combat system is slated to be completed “within days,” according to a source.
Drone Delivery Puts the Focus on US-Malaysia Security Cooperation
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The recent development put the spotlight on ongoing defense collaboration despite ongoing challenges for ties.