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'Crazy Rich Asians': Who Is an Asian?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Who exactly qualifies as Asian? Depends on who you ask.
Russia’s Defense Ministry Signs Contract for Modernization of Tu-95MS Strategic Bombers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first upgraded Tu-95SM, designated Tu-95SMS, is expected to conduct its maiden flight by the end of 2019.
Social Media Manipulation of Public Opinion in Korean Elections
By Dylan Stent
KBS recently began publishing articles describing how South Korea political parties have manipulated public opinion with social media.
Japan Eyes Sri Lanka’s Deep Water Port of Trincomalee
By Lasanda Kurukulasuriya
Anxiety over China’s growing maritime influence drives Japanese, Indian, and U.S. interests in Sri Lanka's ports.
Taiwan’s Future Submarines Should Be Unmanned
By Tobias Burgers and Scott N. Romaniuk
Taiwan faces a steep learning curve in building submarines, but it has proven expertise in unmanned systems.
Defense Visit Highlights Singapore-Brunei Military Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent defense interaction highlighted some of the ongoing activity within that aspect of bilateral ties.
What the Ricketson Case Says About Justice in Cambodia
By Luke Hunt
A closer look at the outcome of a much-anticipated verdict.
Polls and Party Room Infighting Undermine the Australian Government
By Patrick Stafrace
Australia’s revolving door of prime ministers is a symptom of a weakening political system.
Liu Yadong, Mr. Science, and China’s Shaky Modernity
By Trym Aleksander Eiterjord
The editor of a state-affiliated magazine laments the lack of “scientific spirit” in Chinese society.
Street Harassment in Pakistan
By Tehreem Azeem
Verbal and physical harassment of women is common on Pakistan's streets, with little recourse for victims.
What’s Wrong With the US Afghanistan Strategy?
By Kashif Hussain
The U.S. strategy has faltered out of the gate, thanks to a lack of coordination at home and in the region.
Can China Burnish Its Image in South Africa?
By Samuel Ramani
A closer look at the state of ties between the two countries.