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US, Japan Begin Northern Viper Military Exercise
By Ankit Panda
The exercise, initiated in 2017, takes place on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido.
Indonesia’s Latest Natuna Islands Spat With China Should Be a Wake-Up Call for Southeast Asia
By Ankit Panda
It’s time for Southeast Asia to stand together against China – with Indonesia leading the way,
‘Five Eyes’ Countries Eye Expanded Cooperation Amid North Korea Challenges
By Ankit Panda
The scope of the cooperation may extend beyond North Korea’s ballistic missiles.
Countries Evaluate Evacuation of Citizens Amid Wuhan Coronavirus Panic
By Associated Press
A number of countries are considering evacuating their citizens from parts of China affected by the new virus.
North Korea Has a New Foreign Minister, But That Doesn’t Mean a Change in Policy
By Dan DePetris
North Korea has a new foreign minister, but don't expect a new denuclearization policy.
On the Right Track in India: The BJP’s Ideological Drive Makes Perfect Sense
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The BJP is in the right position and at the right time to push its agenda.
Were Tankers the Key to Imperial Japan’s Early Wartime Success?
By Robert Farley
Japan had come to appreciate the value of at-sea replenishment for its navy early on.
India Conducts Second January 2020 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile Test
By Ankit Panda
Another K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile was successfully tested.
Growing Iranian Influence in Kargil: Next Irritant for Tehran-New Delhi Relations?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Iranian influence persists in a remote part of India.
India’s Modi Cancels Second Northeast Visit Amid Protests Against Citizenship Law
By StoriesAsia
India’s northeast remains in the throes of protest.
Play The Diplomat’s Quiz: January 26, 2020, Edition
By Ankit Panda
Test your knowledge of the Asia-Pacific region with The Diplomat's weekly news quiz!
New Ground-Launched Missiles for the US-Japan Alliance?
By Ankit Panda
How will the alliance address new challenges and opportunities in a post-INF world?