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Trefor Moss
Trefor Moss is an independent journalist based in Hong Kong. He covers Asian politics, defence and security, and was Asia-Pacific Editor at Jane’s Defence Weekly until 2009. He can be followed on Twitter @Trefor1.
July 29, 2011
Thailand's Military Crisis?
A spate of mishaps has raised questions over the way Thailand’s military is spending its money.
July 25, 2011
India Opts for Mirage Upgrade
What does the Indian Air Force’s decision to upgrade its Mirage 2000H fleet mean for its other big fighter project?
July 14, 2011
Asia's Next Fighter Project
Indonesia and South Korea are working on a new fighter, the KFX. But is there really any need for the programme?
July 10, 2011
Wen Jiabao vs Aung San Suu Kyi
Burma’s opposition leader may have achieved less than the Chinese premier. But Suu Kyi’s less is definitely more.
June 30, 2011
Bangladesh Eyes China Arms
Bangladesh’s military is set to make a big purchase of Chinese tanks. China is happy to oblige in the strategic sale.
June 29, 2011
The Limits of China as Villain
The current tensions in the South China Sea can’t just be blamed on Beijing. The shortcomings of ASEAN have played a big part.
June 15, 2011
India's Fighter Fetish
The Indian Air Force insists its fighter jet decision was a purely technical decision. There’s a first time for everything.
June 09, 2011
The PLA's Faulty Messaging
China’s military is trying to reassure neighbours like Vietnam that it’s no threat. It’s not working.
May 28, 2011
Cross-Strait Ties to Cool?
If the US really wants to help Taiwan stand up to China there are better ways than selling it F-16s.
May 26, 2011
Philippines' Underwater Fantasy
The Philippines’ Navy is eyeing a new submarine. But can it afford to keep up with its ASEAN peers?
May 22, 2011
ASEAN: Losing Its Way?
Ambitious plans for an ASEAN Community look to be languishing. Regional nations playing politics with conflict aren’t helping.
May 10, 2011
America’s Indian Rebuff
India’s decision not to buy the F/A-18 or F-16 is a big blow to the United States. Will it hurt broader ties?