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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 defence and security issues in the Asia-Pacific.
January 14, 2020
Is Germany Considering Maritime Missions in Asia?
By Markus Kaim
Berlin may be considering a freedom of navigation operation in the South China Sea. Here’s why that matters.
January 13, 2020
Recent Developments Surrounding the South China Sea
By Associated Press
A look at recent developments in the South China Sea, where China is pitted against smaller neighbors in multiple territorial disputes over islands, coral reefs and lagoons.
January 13, 2020
US Official Confirms Efforts to Restore Working-Level Talks With North Korea
By Ankit Panda
The Trump administration seeks a return to diplomacy with Kim Jong Un.
January 13, 2020
Explaining Singapore’s Interest in the F-35B
By Robert Farley
How significant will the addition of the F-35B to the Republic of Singapore Air Force's inventory be?
January 10, 2020
Has Russia’s Pivot to Asia Worked?
By Maria Shagina
Russia’s pivot to Asia is instrumental for offsetting Western sanctions.
January 08, 2020
US Deploys 6 B-52 Stratofortress Bombers to Indian Ocean Island
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The United States Air Force is sending B-52 bombers to Diego Garcia, which could be used for operations against Iran if ordered.
January 08, 2020
After US Strike on Soleimani, China and Russia Coordinate at UN
By Ankit Panda
Moscow and Beijing are increasingly taking steps in tandem at the Security Council in responding to U.S. actions.
January 07, 2020
Asia Reassurance Initiative Act: Framework for a US Indo-Pacific Strategy?
By Carl Thayer
ARIA provides a comprehensive framework for U.S. policy and strategy in the Indo- Pacific region.
January 07, 2020
Iran Crisis: US Braces for Tehran’s Military Response
By Associated Press
U.S. officials are bracing for Iran to respond to the killing of its most powerful general.
January 07, 2020
Making Sense of Iran’s Latest Nuclear Deal Announcement
By Ankit Panda
Tehran’s basic position on the JCPOA has not changed.
January 06, 2020
India, Pakistan Exchange Lists of Nuclear Sites Pursuant to Their Non-Attack Agreement
By Ankit Panda
The exchange of lists is the 29th consecutive one between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
January 06, 2020
Asian Countries Brace to Evacuate Workers in Iraq, Iran
By Associated Press
Asians make up 40 percent of the world's migrants, and Middle Eastern countries are a common destination.