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New Zealand’s Role in Canada’s Pacific Shift
By Grant Wyeth
A contract for Canada to upgrade two New Zealand frigates illustrates a budding, mutually-beneficial, Pacific-focused relationship.
Asian Demand for Face Masks Soars on Fears of Chinese Virus
By Associated Press
Demand for face masks and hand sanitizing liquid has soared across Asia.
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,
As Philippines Lowers Volcano Alert Level, Spotlight Shifts to Return and Recovery
By Associated Press
Though the government’s agency lowered the alert level, risks still remain and there are lingering questions about managing the aftereffects.
Sri Lanka’s Role in Sino-Indian Competition in South Asia
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The country continues to be a prime area of competition for both Asian powers in the South Asia region.
‘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.
More TAPI Delays, This Time in Afghanistan
By Catherine Putz
A law on land acquisition and critical MoUs remain unsettled, TAPI's "progress" remains slow across Afghanistan.
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.