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The Internal Debates Driving the US-China Trade War
By Richard Boucher
There are two opposing factions on each of two sides, and that is making a deal difficult.
The 2019 US Indo-Pacific Strategy Report: Who’s It For?
By Ankit Panda
The new Indo-Pacific Strategy Report brings little new to the table.
The US and China’s Arctic Ambitions
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Malte Humpert.
US Southeast Asia Counterterrorism Approach in the Headlines With New Philippines Program
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Discussions of a new program spotlighted Washington’s ongoing approach toward a key concern for U.S. policymakers.
The Future of US-Indonesia Military Ties in Focus With Defense Secretary Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted efforts to deepen defense sides between the two sides despite the challenges that remain.
US Southeast Asia Maritime Security Assistance in the Headlines With New Drones
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the broader significance of the new announcement.
US-Iran Tensions: Impact on China-Iran Ties
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Amin Saikal.
Assessing the US Indo-Pacific Strategy Report: Current Opportunities and Future Uncertainties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the much-anticipated report is a notable development for US Asia policy and offers much promise, there remain uncertainties about how rhetoric will translate into reality.
EU-Asia Relations: New Game Changers
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Nicola Casarini and Bridget Welsh.
2019 Shangri-La Dialogue: US-China Competition Looms Over Asia Security Summit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Given the state of U.S.-China relations, it is a safe bet that the issue will dominate the headlines even as conversations focus on a wider range of security issues.
Upping the Ante in the US-China Trade War
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Nien Su.
Will India Continue Its Quest for Global Leadership? The US Should Hope So.
By Sumona Guha
If India retreats, the United States will lose a partner in Asia at a time when it can hardly afford to do so.