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China and India Top Asian Military Spending, Figure in World Top 3 With US
By Ankit Panda
The two Asian giants took the second and third place in global defense spending for the first time.
Would China Use Nuclear Weapons First in a War With the United States?
By Gregory Kulacki
Recent American statements on Chinese nuclear weapons policy merit closer scrutiny.
Low-Tech Japan Challenged in Working From Home Amid Pandemic
By Associated Press
Many Japanese firms rely too much on the physical workspace, making adapting to the pandemic challenging.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: April 26, 2020, Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
Greening the Nepali Financial Sector: Strike While the Iron Is Hot
By Prajwal Baral
Nepal's economic policy makers must seize the moment to prepare for a green revolution.
Asia’s Central Banks Must Take Climate Change Seriously
By Ishka Yadav
Asian central banks must take climate risks seriously.
Which Indian Opposition Politician Has the Best Chance of Defeating Narendra Modi?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
India’s main opposition party today lacks a leader who could challenge Narendra Modi. Who would stand a better chance?
India’s COVID–19 Gender Blind Spot
By Bansari Kamdar
India’s women stand to lose from the country‘s COVID–19 policies in many ways.
China’s Diplomats Show Teeth in Defending Virus Response
By Associated Press
Chinese envoys have taken to using sharper language overseas.
Missile Investments Are Needed to Meet China’s Nuclear Challenge
By Richard D. Fisher, Jr.
Convincing China to agree to nuclear limitation agreements will require investments in American forces.
Offensive Cyber Capabilities and Public Health Intelligence: Vietnam, APT32, and COVID-19
By Ankit Panda
A suspected Vietnamese state-backed cyber campaign targeted Chinese health authorities.
Pakistan Gets Unexpected Economic Relief in a Time of Global Crisis
By Umair Jamal
Will Pakistan find some respite from the effects of COVID–19 outside its borders?