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Communist China’s Crackdown on Labor Protesters
By Shannon Tiezzi
China’s rhetorical embrace of Marx hasn’t prevented the arrests of activists supporting an independent trade union.
China’s New Type 055 Guided Missile Destroyer Begins Sea Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The lead ship of a new class of Chinese guided missile destroyers commenced first sea trials on August 24.
India’s Defense Ministry Approves Procurement of 135 Helicopters for Navy
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s Defense Acquisition Council approved the procurement of 111 light naval utility and 24 naval multirole helicopters.
The Fall Out From Australia's Leadership Shake Up
By Anthony Fensom
With polls looming next year, where does the country go from here?
What Happened on the Afghan-Tajik Border?
By Catherine Putz
Afghan officials say either a Tajik or Russian plane (or helicopter) conducted an airstrike on the Afghan side of the border.
Duterte Is Killing the Philippines' Environment
By Mong Palatino
A closer look at yet another troubling aspect of the president’s record.
US-ASEAN Defense Ties in Focus With Maritime Security Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the ongoing activity within the annual SEACAT exercise and its significance.
Russia Inducts New S-400 Long-Range Air Defense Regiment Into Service
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian defense industry has reportedly delivered a new S-400 regiment to the Russian armed forces ahead of schedule.
How Will ‘Defense Reform 2.0’ Change South Korea’s Defense?
By Sungyoung Jang
A closer look at Moon Jae-in’s ambitious defense modernization plan.
Malaysia’s Canceled Belt and Road Initiative Projects and the Implications for China
By Blake H. Berger
Malaysia–China relations are poised to remain friendly and may even offer China an opportunity to reassess how BRI projects are evaluated and implemented.
China’s New Aircraft Carrier Sets Out for Second Round of Sea Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s first domestically built flattop headed out for a second round of sea trials on August 26.
Dos and Don'ts for Imran Khan if He Wants to Govern for 5 Years in Pakistan
By Umair Jamal
Khan should heed the lessons of his predecessors as he assumes the reins of power in Pakistan.