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The Road to a US-Pakistan Nuclear Deal Begins in Islamabad
By Saira Bano
Pakistan needs to move towards international norms, not away from them.
Myanmar’s Elections: A Testing Road Ahead
By Jorge Valladares
The road ahead will be a stress-test for the engagement of the international community supporting reform.
China and the ‘Magna Carta Moment’
By Gabriel Collins
The work of civil courts may be gradually creating a robust foundation for individual rights.
Beyond Futenma: Okinawa and the US Base Conundrum
By Shannon Tiezzi
The U.S. basing dispute on Okinawa goes much deeper than the debate over Futenma Air Station.
A Generals’ Election in Myanmar
By Renaud Egreteau
As Myanmar's historic elections approach, the military's role in the country's politics should not be underestimated.
Cambodia: Hun Sen Draws First Blood
By Luke Hunt
The ruling CPP shows it is willing to get nasty in the long lead-up to the next Cambodian elections.
A Legal Analysis of the Philippine-China Arbitration Ruling
By James Kraska
The ruling offers a glimpse into what to expect in the decision on the merits.
Why US FON Operations in the South China Sea Make Sense
By Jonathan G. Odom
The U.S. Navy’s Freedom of Navigation Program is an important expression of international law.
Indian National Congress: A Party in Crisis
By Sudha Ramachandran
Weak leadership has left the party wandering the political wilderness.
Road to Nowhere? Peace Efforts in the Southern Philippines
By Peter M. Sales
The derailing of the work of peace makers is raising the odds of renewed conflict in Mindanao.
Thailand: Poking the Tiger
By James Buchanan
Young student activists are unlikely to bring down the junta — but they can make its life more difficult.
Gauging Japan’s ‘Proactive Contributions to Peace’
By Jeffrey W. Hornung
The rhetoric has been strong, but has it been matched by action.