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Is India’s Third Aircraft Carrier Project on Hold?
By Ankit Panda
India’s new chief of defense staff has cautioned that the Indian Navy’s third carrier won’t be materializing anytime soon.
Trump Goes to India as Afghanistan’s Future Looms Large on the Agenda
By Minaam Shah
As Trump prepares to land in New Delhi, India has to ask itself difficult questions about its role in Afghanistan.
Could the Sukhoi Su-57 Be For Export? For China?
By Robert Farley
The prospect of the Su-57 for export seemed absurd a while ago, but that may be changing.
Sri Lanka Asks US to Review Travel Ban on Its Army Chief
By Associated Press
Sri Lanka’s army chief was banned amid accusations of human rights abuse during the country’s civil war.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: February 16, 2020, Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
Questions About China’s DF-17 and a Nuclear Capability
By Ankit Panda
Does the DF-17 really have a nuclear role?
India Keeps Lid on Kashmir’s Internet 6 Months Into Lockdown
By Associated Press
Months after the lockdown began, Kashmir's internet remains hobbled and on lockdown.
US Navy To Retire First 4 Littoral Combat Ships
By Ankit Panda
The short-lived and troubled class of ships begins its sunset.
China’s Coronavirus Outbreak and Economic Performance: Test for Performance Legitimacy?
By Dingding Chen
What does the Coronavirus outbreak mean for China’s future development?
Are US Forces Striking Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan Members in Afghanistan for Islamabad?
By Umair Jamal
Are Pakistan and the United States on the same page regarding militants in Afghanistan?
What the Tale of ‘Crypto AG’ Reveals About the Nature of US Overseas Espionage
By Robert Farley
A new exposé sheds light on an audacious U.S. long-term espionage effort.
The Philippines Moves to End US Visiting Forces Agreement: What Happens Next?
By Ankit Panda
The decision has kicked off a 180-day countdown that may be used for renegotiation.