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Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: May 10, 2020, Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
China’s Chance to Demonstrate Leadership in the South China Sea
By Harrison Prétat
It’s not too late for Beijing to flip the script in the South China Sea—should it choose to.
Indonesia Condemns Abuse of Its Fishermen on Chinese Boats
By Associated Press
Jakarta drew attention to the virtual slave-like conditions endured by its nationals.
Japan Protests China Coast Guard Harassment of Fishing Vessel Near Senkaku Islands
By Ankit Panda
China Coast Guard ships chased a Japanese fishing vessel, Japanese authorities said.
Road Inauguration Sparks India, Nepal Border Row
By Ankit Panda
Nepal has cited the inauguration of a road by India as a violation of its sovereignty.
Moon Jae-in Holds His North Korea Bet
By Ankit Panda
As he heads into the last two years of his term, Moon Jae-in looks to continue his North Korea policy.
Anti-India Clashes Continue in Tense Kashmir for Third Day
By Associated Press
The killing of a top rebel commander has sparked large-scale protests in the restive region.
North Korean Military Criticizes South Korea for ‘Reckless’ Air Force, Navy Exercises
By Ankit Panda
The statement charged Seoul for seeking a “deliberate pursuit of confrontation.”
Report: South Korea Tested Hyunmoo-4 Ballistic Missile
By Ankit Panda
The Hyunmoo-4 missile enters testing.
Making Sense of Vietnam’s Suspected COVID–19 Cyber Espionage on China
By Ankit Panda
How did Vietnamese state-backed hackers seek COVID–19 intelligence from Chinese authorities?
Ship Tied to Australia Virus Deaths Sails Into Manila Bay
By Associated Press
The Ruby Princess returned to the Philippines to bring crew members home.
Japan Cuts One Aegis Ashore Site Amid Sustained Local Opposition
By Ankit Panda
Japanese authorities will survey new candidate sites nearby.