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What the Hanoi Summit Tells Us About North Korea’s Nuclear Intentions
By Christopher J. Watterson
Overall it would be unwise to interpret North Korea’s overtures at Hanoi as demonstrating a sincere commitment to denuclearization.
The Trump-Kim Hanoi Summit: The Origins of a ‘No Deal’ Outcome
By Ankit Panda
Was the Trump-Kim summit in Hanoi, Vietnam, doomed to failure from the start?
Trump Announces Decision to Revoke India’s ‘Developing Country’ GSP Status
By Ankit Panda
The decision may affect as much as $5.6 billion in Indian goods that currently enjoy concessionary tariffs.
Uncertainty and Pressure: Cambodia Under the Weight of Sanctions
By Kimkong Heng and Veasna Var
Cambodia should be more wary of Western sanctions.
As Tensions Cool, Pakistan-India Train Service Resumes
By Zaheer Babar and Roshan Mughaal
Cross-border transportation returns to a degree of normalcy.
On Building Peace in Maoist-Torn Central India
By Avinash Giri
The Indian state of Chhattisgarh, which has been mired with a decades-long violent conflict, seeks change.
From Pulwama to Balakot: What Did Pakistan Learn From the Recent Crisis?
By Umair Jamal
What did Pakistan learn from the latest round of tensions with India?
In Philippines, Pompeo Offers Major Alliance Assurance on South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The U.S. assurance clarifies long standing Philippine concerns about the scope of the alliance.
US, South Korea Call Off Foal Eagle and Key Resolve Exercises, Announce New Exercise
By Ankit Panda
A new exercise represents a modification of the normally expansive springtime allied drills.
Jaish-e-Mohammed Leader’s ‘Global Terrorist’ Designation Is Overdue
By Ankit Panda
Jaish-e-Mohammed’s leader must be designated as a “global terrorist” and China must adapt to new realities.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: March 3, 2019 Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
How Does China Really Think About WTO Reform?
By Junyang Hu and Dingding Chen
The WTO needs China to survive, and vice versa.