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Vietnam-Thailand Military Ties in the Headlines With Air Force Chief Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted the defense aspect of ties between both sides.
US Army, PLA Conclude Disaster Management Exchange Despite Frictions
By Ankit Panda
The 2018 iteration of the U.S.-China Disaster Management Exchange concluded in Nanjing.
Coast Guards’ Role in the South China Sea
By Jay Tristan Tarriela
Far from being a source of conflict, coast guards can help bolster cooperation between states.
Don’t Underestimate China’s Flying Shark
By Abraham Ait
The evolution of the J-15 Into a world leading carrier-based fighter and its implications.
Vietnam-Philippines South China Sea Activity in Focus With Naval Exchange
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted an often-overlooked confidence-building mechanism between the two Southeast Asian states.
Indonesia-Brunei Defense Ties in Focus with Joint Committee Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted the ongoing security ties between the two Southeast Asian states.
India, Japan Conclude First Dharma Guardian Military Exercise
By Ankit Panda
The exercise marks the further deepening of military cooperation between India and Japan.
Are Aircraft Carriers Still Relevant?
By Ben Ho Wan Beng
Another take on the A2/AD vs. carrier debate
Singapore-Thailand Military Ties in the Spotlight With Defense Chief Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction put the focus on the defense side of the relationship between the two Southeast Asian states.
Is China Rethinking the Shenyang J-31 Fighter?
By Robert Farley
The Chinese military has been lukewarm about the J-31, concerned that its performance did not merit domestic acquisition.
Is China Fueling an East Asian Arms Race?
By Scott N. Romaniuk and Tobias Burgers
China’s military technology and weapons development are a reality check for regional security.
Explaining the Proliferation of China’s Drones
By Henrik Paulsson
Chinese armed drones have been operated or ordered by 17 countries.