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China, US Cautiously Optimistic After Latest Trade Talks
By Darlene Superville and Paul Wiseman
Both sides noted progress that could be turned into a formal deal at a future Trump-Xi meeting.
Chinese Influence, American Interests
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Larry Diamond.
China 5G Cyberspying: UK and EU Defense
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Ewan Lawson.
Coping With the Challenge of China’s Growing Space Power
By Lincoln Hines
Recognizing China's status-seeking motives provides an important tool for U.S. policymakers.
The Quest for 5G Technology Dominance: Impact on US National Security
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Brett Simpson.
Is Democracy Still Relevant to the US-India Relationship?
By Raymond E. Vickery, Jr.
The United States and India should reaffirm democracy as a driving consideration in the conduct of their foreign relations and choice of strategic partners.
US Extradition of Huawei CFO: Fallout and Fault Lines
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Roland Hinterkoerner.
A New Approach to China – and the World – From the US Department of Defense
By Bonnie Girard
What new Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan might mean for U.S.-China defense relations.
What the US Should Take Away From Kim Jong Un’s New Year Address
By Eric Gomez
Washington should take full advantage of Kim’s renewed focus on the economy.
Trump Signs Asia Reassurance Initiative Act Into Law
By Ankit Panda
The act authorizes $1.5 billion in new spending for U.S. initiatives in Asia.
What the Stalled US-Korea Cost-Sharing Negotiations Mean for Japan
By Michael MacArthur Bosack
The U.S. and Japan won’t enter cost-sharing negotiations until at least late 2019, but it’s never too early to think ahead.
Asia's Geopolitical Challenges: Outlook 2019
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Tiberio Graziani.