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Will China’s military rival the United States’ in the Pacific? Will Japan abandon the constitutional fetters on its own military? How will India respond to the String of Pearls strategy? The Diplomat has put together a team of leading analysts to offer must-read, regular commentary on the big defense and security issues in the Asia-Pacific.
US Defense Secretary: North Korea ‘Most Urgent and Dangerous Threat’ to US Security
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Testifying in front of U.S. lawmakers, the Pentagon’s new chief declared North Korea his top security concern.
Chinese Warships Visit Pakistan
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Three Chinese warships arrived in the port city of Karachi on June 10 for a four-day goodwill and training visit.
US Air Force Deployed Supersonic Strategic Bombers to South China Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Two U.S. Air Force bombers conducted training flights over the disputed waters last week.
Why the Battle of Midway Hasn't Captured Popular Culture
By Robert Farley
As remarkable as the U.S. victory at Midway was, it has received little attention in popular culture.
North Korea Introduces a New Coastal Defense Cruise Missile Launcher: First Takeaways
By Ankit Panda
North Korea shows off its new coastal defense cruise missile.
Demystifying China in Antarctica
By Nengye Liu
What does China want in Antarctica, and what does that mean for the rest of the world?
The Big Lesson From the US Victory at the Battle of Midway, 75 Years Later
By Robert Farley
Winning organizations take pains to maintain their flexibility in the face of technological and strategic changes.
North Korea Launches Multiple Coastal Defense Cruise Missiles Into Sea of Japan
By Ankit Panda
North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles into the Sea of Japan from what is possibly a brand-new system.
US Missile Defense Agency Head: North Korea's ICBM Ambitions a Source of 'Great Concern'
By Ankit Panda
Can U.S. ballistic missile defense efforts outpace North Korea's progress toward an ICBM?
The Battle of Midway, 75 Years On
By Ankit Panda
75 years later, the Battle of Midway stands as one of the greatest all-time naval victories.
US Nuclear Sub Armed With Cruise Missiles Makes Port Call in South Korea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A U.S. nuclear-powered attack sub visited the city of Busan this week.
Putin: Russian Force Buildup in Kuril Islands a Response to US Military Actions
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Furthermore, the Russian president does not rule out a U.S. troop presence on the disputed islands if controlled by Japan.