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Deep Waters, Close Quarters: Malaysia and Singapore’s Cross-Strait Disputes
By Sebastian Liu
Singapore-Malaysia relations are at a low amid an ongoing dispute over waters off Tuas.
Japan Again Urges South Korea to Overrule Court's Forced Labor Decision
By Mari Yamaguchi
Foreign Minister Taro Kono warned that the ruling could damage “the legal foundation of our relationship.”
Russia Is Building Military Barracks on Disputed Kuril Islands
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan has officially logged protest with Russia over the construction of military barracks on the disputed island chain.
The Trouble With the Lancang Mekong Cooperation Forum
By Shang-su Wu
The LMC was born from China’s unilateral dam building, but that same fact may also undermine the forum in the end.
Pakistan Scores a Rare Diplomatic Victory on Kashmir
By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
The OIC condemning ‘Indian terrorism’ in Kashmir is a diplomatic triumph for Pakistan.
Are 105 Extra F-35s the Best Option for Japan's Military?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The F-35 has always been seen as just an interim solution by Japanese defense planners as the aircraft cannot fulfill crucial operational requirements of the JASDF.
Taking Great Power Competition Seriously
By Robert Farley
As U.S.-China competition intensifies, how should Washington realign its interests in the Middle East?
New Japan Military Radar for the Philippines?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Renewed focus on a future deal has highlighted the ongoing activity in the defense relationship between the two countries.
Myanmar’s Military in the Headlines With 71st Air Force Anniversary
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Recent commemoration highlights developments within the service and the country’s wider defense modernization.
Japan Approves Plans to Convert Izumo-Class Into F-35-Carrying Aircraft Carriers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s two largest warships will be converted into aircraft carriers over the next five years.
Xi's Scary Interpretation of the Last 40 Years of Chinese History
By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi's major takeaway, according to a public speech celebrating reform and opening, is that the CCP is perfect.
Japan Set to Become World’s Second Largest Operator of F-35 Stealth Fighters
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s cabinet has voted to buy over 100 extra F-35 stealth fighter jets.