Archive
December 2020
NATO Huddles With Asia-Pacific Democracies to Talk China
By Shannon Tiezzi
NATO members, along with Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea, gathered virtually to discuss the rise of China.
Procedure Set, Intra-Afghan Talks to Move on to Setting an Agenda
By Catherine Putz
After nearly three months, the Afghan government and the Taliban have reportedly agreed on a three-page document setting out the rules and procedures for talks.
China’s Defense Minister Visits Pakistan
By Abhijnan Rej
Wei Fenghe's visit has predictably led Indian analysts to claim that he had India in mind.
Thai Prime Minister Acquitted of Ethics Breach, Retains Post
By Associated Press
A nine-judge panel agreed with the army that retired senior officers such as Prayut are allowed to stay in army housing in recognition of their service.
How Changing US Administrations Shape Mongolia-US Relations
By Bolor Lkhaajav
The U.S. approach to Mongolia has historically been heavily shaped by different administrations.
Kazakhstan’s Parliamentary Elections: The Ablyazov Effect
By Catherine Putz
Mukhtar Ablyazov is kryptonite in Kazakh politics.
3 of Hong Kong’s Most Prominent Young Activists Receive Jail Sentences
By Jessie Lau
The sentencings of Joshua Wong, Agnes Chow, and Ivan Lam confirmed the fears of young Hong Kongers amid a growing number of arrests.
Did India’s Parliament Restrict Democratic Debate With Lockdown Measures?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
While the scope of legislation and debates in the Indian Parliament were reduced, these measures were temporary and lockdown-related.
Biden Could Appoint Asia Czar: Report
By Abhijnan Rej
The task ahead for the Biden administration when it comes to Asia is to signal a steady course comfortable to U.S. allies and partners. Key appointments are part of it.
Hong Kong Activists Joshua Wong, Agnes Chow, Ivan Lam Jailed
By Associated Press
The jailing of the activists belonging to the now-defunct Demosisto political group continues to highlight Beijing's iron grip on the autonomous territory.
Can Arms Control Make a 21st-Century Comeback?
By Jacob Parakilas
An increasingly fractured international system, along with lack of a meaningful hierarchy of threats, is making prospects of arms control difficult.
Myanmar’s Long COVID-19 First Wave Continues
By Sebastian Strangio
The country's porous and poorly regulated borders loom as potential vectors for crossborder transmission.