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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.
How to Protect Europe’s Interests in the South China Sea
By Jan Gaspers & Thomas Eder
After Beijing's rejection of an international legal ruling, Europe can no longer take a back seat.
International Court Issues Unanimous Award in Philippines v. China Case on South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The Court's award is in the Philippines' favor on most questions.
After the South China Sea Verdict, Chance of Protests in China?
By Ankit Panda
After Tuesday's verdict, are anti-American protests in China likely?
China, the United States, and MIRVs: Challenges to Strategic Stability in Asia
By Rabia Akhtar
Are MIRVs a road to nowhere in Asia?
Mad About THAAD: North Korea Tests Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile
By Ankit Panda
Reacting to the U.S.-South Korea decision to adopt THAAD, North Korea fires off another KN-11.
South China Sea: Days Before International Court Verdict, Chinese Navy Stages Live-Fire Drills
By Ankit Panda
The Chinese Navy staged live-fire drills near the Paracel Islands, days before a highly anticipated international legal verdict.
Israel's Interests in a Closer Relationship With India
By Robert Farley
What does Israel have to gain from closer ties with New Delhi?
The Risks of Duterte’s China and South China Sea Policy
By Prashanth Parameswaran
We need to be clear about what the real danger is not just for the Philippines, but the region and the world.
Regional Implications of the Duterte Presidency
By Tetsuo Kotani
What impact will the new president have on the U.S. alliance, the South China Sea, and Japan’s regional role?
It's Official: The United States and South Korea Agree to Deploy THAAD
By Ankit Panda
Talks are over. THAAD will be deployed on the Korean peninsula.
The Growing India-Pakistan-China Nuclear Rivalry
By Francis P. Sempa
A U.S. Army War College report outlines India's changing nuclear strategy in the face of geopolitical rivalries.
Why the South China Sea Arbitration Case Matters (Even if China Ignores It)
By Tara Davenport
The Philippines v. China case has value far beyond the simple question of China's compliance.