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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 Officials Believe North Korea Has SLBMs, Miniaturized Nuclear Devices
By Ankit Panda
Plus, Japan and Australia plan to buy Ospreys, China picks a new diplomat for Pyongyang, and more. Security links.
Why the US Should Worry About Russia, Not China
By Robert Farley
How you solve a problem like China is different than how you solve a problem like Russia.
ASEAN Patrols in the South China Sea?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A US official suggests ASEAN states undertake joint patrols in the South China Sea.
Russia Deploys Bombers to Crimea
By Ankit Panda
Russia is continuing to militarize its westernmost territories.
South Korea, China Trade Barbs Over THAAD
By Ankit Panda
On Tuesday, Chinese and South Korean spokespeople exchanged sharp and pointed remarks over missile defense.
Philippines Counters China in New South China Sea Case Submission
By Shannon Tiezzi
Manila sends an additional 3,000 page responding to questions from an arbitral tribunal.
Australia and Vietnam Enhance Their Comprehensive Partnership
By Carl Thayer
Both sides also agreed to raise bilateral relations to a strategic partnership in the future.
Is China the Biggest Thief in Cyberspace?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
According to some former U.S. officials, the answer is yes; however some experts harbor doubts.
Japan-China Maritime Crisis Management Talks Are On the Horizon
By Ankit Panda
Chinese and Japanese officials will meet in Singapore in May to further discuss a maritime crisis management mechanism.
After Myanmar Bombing, China Deploys Jets, Warns of 'Resolute Measures'
By Ankit Panda
A senior Chinese general has warned Myanmar of military consequences for its actions.
The Consequences of a Pakistani Sea-Based Nuclear Second Strike Capability
By Ankit Panda
What happens to South Asian nuclear stability if Pakistan operationalizes a sea-based second strike capability?
Myanmar Bombings in Yunnan Killed 4 Chinese
By Ankit Panda
4 Chinese citizens were killed in an airstrike conducted by the Myanmar Air Force.