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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.
Are the US and North Korea Heading for Conflict?
By Bruce Harrison
Pyongyang historically has taken an offensive posture, refusing to "sit with folded arms" when provoked.
Every North Korean Missile Launch Since 1984 Visualized
By Ankit Panda
A new database offers insight into 33 years of North Korean missile testing.
Do US Actions in the South China Sea Violate International Law?
By Mark J. Valencia
American actions in the region could be viewed as a “threat or use of force.”
China-Based Hackers Targeting South Korea Over THAAD: Report
By Ankit Panda
China's retaliation against South Korea for the deployment of THAAD continues.
Trump's Amateur Hour on North Korea
By Michael H. Fuchs
Trump is weakening the United States' ability to deal with the threat.
South China Sea: Did China Coast Guard Deny Philippine Fishermen Access to Union Bank?
By Ankit Panda
Philippine authorities are investigating an incident near Gaven Reef, where China has built an artificial island.
Resolved: North Korea Needs More Resolve
By Robert Farley
The politics of credibility are complex and ephemeral.
Russia Conducts Anti-Submarine Warfare Exercise in Asia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A Russian anti-submarine warfare aircraft successfully destroyed an enemy boat in a simulated attack.
The US Didn't Send That Carrier Group to the Korean Peninsula, But Did North Korea Know That?
By Ankit Panda
The United States didn't send a carrier to the Korean peninsula, but Pyongyang was under the impression it did.
Is North Korea Working Toward a 'Carrier-Killer' Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile?
By Ankit Panda
Say hello to the KN-17.
North Korea Attempts Missile Launch As US Vice President Heads to Asia
By Ankit Panda
North Korea's latest missile launch attempt out of Sinpo fails.
As Somali Pirates Return, Chinese Navy Boasts of Anti-Piracy Operations
By Ankit Panda
The Chinese Navy wants to be taken seriously as a guarantor of the global commons.