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From G2 to Cold War 2.0: The Changing US Attitude Toward China
By Hongda Fan
A decade ago, Washington saw China as a potential co-leader in global governance. Now, the U.S. consensus is that China is a rival, not a partner.
America’s Achilles Heel in the Indo-Pacific
By Samiksh Jain
The United States has treated the Indian Ocean as an afterthought in its Indo-Pacific vision.
North Korea: The Overlooked Challenge for the Next US President
By Darcie Draudt-Véjares
The North Korea challenge represents some of the world’s biggest military, technological, and economic struggles today. Yet it receives very little attention from the candidates.
What Can the US Expect From Sri Lanka’s New President?
By Keerthi Martyn
As Dissanayake takes up the presidency, Sri Lanka stands at a pivotal juncture.
Harris or Trump: US Southeast Asia Policy Confronts Hard Realities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
There is an urgent need to reinforce U.S. competitiveness in the region regardless of who emerges victorious at the November 5 election.
Why Isn’t the ‘China Card’ Effective in This US Election?
By Jiachen Shi
China has not emerged as a key issue in this campaign cycle, due to both policy convergence and a focus on domestic issues.
US Forced Labor Ruling on Indonesian Nickel Could Backfire
By Cullen Hendrix
The Department of Labor's recent forced labor determination could push Jakarta into further dependence on China and Chinese firms.
An American Pastor Detained in China for Nearly 20 Years Has Been Released
By Eric Tucker and Didi Tang
David Lin, 68, was detained after he entered China in 2006, later sentenced to life in prison. Now he’s back in the United States.
The US Withdrawal from Afghanistan: ‘Willful Blindness’ or a Face-Saving Act?
By Muhammad Murad
The chaos of the U.S. exit from Afghanistan has become politicized. But the blame stretches back decades, through both Republican and Democratic administrations.
Why Biden Should Welcome Vietnam’s To Lam to the White House
By Hai Hong Nguyen
Lam's unique status and the fortuitous timing make his upcoming trip to the United States an important moment to solidify recent progress in bilateral relations.
Donald Trump Visits a Vietnamese Restaurant
By Sribala Subramanian
Will a right-leaning Asian community vote for the GOP in November?
To Combat China’s Influence Operations, US Officials Need Sharper Tools and a Deft Touch
By Yaqiu Wang
The arrest of a former top aide to New York’s governor reinforces the need for vigilance and strong enforcement, but a successful response will also depend on legal reforms and community trust.