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The Upcoming Inter-Korean Summit Raises the Stakes for Moon Jae-in
By Ankit Panda
The talks will have deep implications for the trajectory of this year’s remarkable turn towards diplomatic engagement with North Korea.
Japanese Emperor Akihito Delivers Final Official War Memorial Speech
By Thisanka Siripala
Emperor Akihito, known for his emphasis on reconciliation and peace, gave his last speech at Japan’s annual ceremony for WWII dead.
Australia-Philippines Military Ties in Focus With Patrol Vessels Deal
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The agreement would be the latest in a series of developments within the bilateral defense relationship.
China’s Domestic Violence Law: A Mandate Unfulfilled
By Hannah Feldshuh
The law's effectiveness is limited because it defines domestic violence as a civil, rather than a criminal, offense.
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.
Prominent North Vietnamese Communist Defector Dies
By Luke Hunt
A closer look at the wider significance of Colonel Bui Tin’s death.
The Consequences of Shifting US-Pakistan Military Ties
By Umair Jamal
What Trump’s decision to ban Pakistan from military training programs means for the U.S. military.
Uyghurs’ Present Is the Future for Most Chinese
By Chauncey Jung
Even Chinese overseas are not exempt from Beijing’s constant control.
Mahathir Sets New Course for Malaysia in First 100 Days
By Ed Ratcliffe
Evaluating Malaysia's new government 100 days after its surprising election win.
Japan Holds Firm Against Nuclear Ban Treaty on Anniversary of Nuclear Bombings
By Daniel Hurst
Shinzo Abe insists that the treaty is unrealistic, but civil society is pushing back.
Charting Asia’s Research Ascendancy
By Tyler Headley
How China, India, and South Korea are closing the gap with the United States.