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How Trump Misunderstands the US-Korea FTA
By Justin Fendos
His 'common sense' approach to trade deficits is a misreading of basic economics.
Israel's Asia Strategy: Expanding Economic Engagement
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Alon Levkowitz.
More US Sanctions on the Menu for Chinese Financial Institutions Helping North Korea?
By Ankit Panda
Was the Bank of Dandong the first of many targets for the Trump administration?
Why Trump Supporters Admire Japan
By Sakari Mesimäki
A pro-Trump Reddit community may show the future for an unembarrassed, nationalistic Japan.
The Ticking Clock on Trump's Asia Strategy
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The administration needs to unveil a more comprehensive approach to the region soon.
A US-Thailand Alliance Boost Under Trump and Prayut?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though an upcoming summit meeting offers room for both sides to boost the relationship, there are also lingering challenges.
Arms to Taiwan and Action Against a Chinese Bank: Is Trump's US-China 'Honeymoon' Over?
By Ankit Panda
Is the Trump administration taking a warning shot across Xi Jinping's bow or is this a broader shift in approach?
Regional Security Architectures: Comparing Asia and Europe
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Anis Bajrektarevic.
Asian Publics Lose Confidence in the United States in the Trump Era
By Ankit Panda
Asian public opinion has not been too kind to Donald Trump so far.
3 Obstacles to US-South Korea Cooperation on the North Korea Issue
By Hanbyeol Sohn
The alliance cannot hope to address the North Korea threat until it overcomes these three hurdles.
US-China Talks in Washington Were Another Missed Opportunity on the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The first U.S.-China Diplomatic and Security Dialogue didn't shift the needle in the South China Sea.
3 Things to Know Before South Korea's Moon Jae-in Meets Trump
By Ankit Panda
In a telling interview, Moon previews what is likely to be a difficult meeting with the U.S. president.