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New Pentagon Report Highlights Chinese Military Developments: First Takeaways
By Ankit Panda
The U.S. Department of Defense's 2018 report on Chinese military power is out.
Indonesia-Turkey Military Cooperation in the Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent workshop shed light on ongoing developments within the defense relationship.
How China’s New Aircraft Carriers Will Shape Regional Order
By Richard Salmons
Rather than confronting other major navies, these big new ships will go to work boosting China’s prestige.
The Hidden Failure of US-India Counterterrorism Cooperation
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
While New Delhi is getting more diplomatic support for its position, it is doing little to change the threat Pakistan poses.
What China’s Newly Inducted S-400 Means for the Balance of Power in the Taiwan Strait
By Abraham Ait
Taiwan's fighter jets will stand little chance of evading attacks by the new missile system.
Singapore-Germany Cyber Cooperation in Focus with Introductory Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent visit put the spotlight on this aspect of collaboration between the two countries.
What’s in the Philippine Navy’s New Missile Test?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the broader significance of a successful test of a new missile system.
New Opportunities for EU-Japan Defense Relations
By Zoe Stanley-Lockman
A closer look at the security component of ties between the two sides.
The Trouble With China’s Edge in the AI Arms Race
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Beijing’s rising capabilities, while not surprising, should raise concerns for the region.
Indonesia-Malaysia Security Cooperation in Focus with Defense Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction offered insights into how both sides are managing this aspect of their ties amid wider domestic and regional changes.
India-Thailand Military Ties in the Spotlight with Joint Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Bilateral army drills highlight ongoing defense ties between the two sides amid lingering challenges.
What Are China’s Military Recruitment Priorities?
By Adam Ni
The recruitment priorities of China’s military reflect, among other things, its growing technological sophistication.