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What Does Mattis’ Visit Reveal About US-Vietnam Defense Ties Under Trump?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The trip had both symbolic and substantive significance for the relationship despite lingering concerns.
Taiwan's Indo-Pacific Role in the Spotlight
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Taiwan continues to frame its response to the wider regional conception amid opportunities and challenges.
A New Take on General MacArthur’s Warning to JFK to Avoid a Land War in Asia
By Francis P. Sempa
“Anyone wanting to commit ground troops to Asia should have his head examined," Kennedy wrote of MacArthur's advice.
Reinforcing the Philippines-US Alliance in an Age of Uncertainty
By Christian Vicedo
Recent engagements show that Philippines-U.S. security cooperation remains intact, but more can be done.
US-China Trade Tariffs: Impact on Shipping Industry
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Basil M. Karatzas.
Post-Brexit UK-China Relations: Impact on the US
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Yu Jie.
Where Will US-Taiwan Relations Under Trump End Up?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Individual actions by Washington need to be assessed in broader perspective to evaluate their significance for the future of ties.
How to Bail Out Pakistan and Augment American Leverage
By Max Frost
A bailout for Pakistan should be contingent on reforms and transparency.
On the Korean Peninsula: Peace Must Come Before Denuclearization
By Daniel DePetris
Denuclearizing North Korea can wait. What can’t wait is peace on the Korean Peninsula.
Mahathir Visit Spotlights US-Malaysia Relations Under New Government
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The trip highlights efforts by both sides to manage the opportunities and challenges in the relationship.
When Will Closer China-Russia Cooperation Impact US Policy Debate?
By Robert Sutter
Washington is debating Russia and China policy separately. It needs to consider the emerging Russia-China axis.
A Declaration to End the Korean War Matters: 3 Steps to Moving Forward
By Kyung Suk Lee and Joshua Nezam
Seoul and Washington don't see the end-of-war declaration the same way. That has implications for diplomacy with North Korea.