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The US Goldilocks Challenge in the Asia-Pacific
By Adam Greer and Daniel H. Katz
How can the Trump administration strike the right balance of assurance, deterrence, and reassurance?

The Truth About Trump’s Asia Commitment Problem
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The issue is far deeper than some are prepared to acknowledge, and addressing it demands far more than reassurance.

Vietnam Seeks South China Sea Assurances in Prime Minister's US Visit
By Du Nhat Dang
Trump has been unusually quiet on the issue of most concern to Vietnam.

US-Vietnam Ties Under Trump in the Spotlight with Premier’s Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s trip to Washington is testament to Vietnam’s enduring importance as an emerging partner for the United States.

Geopolitics of US-China-Russia Relations: North Korea and the Middle East
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Tiberio Graziani.

One Belt, One Road: A Convergence of Civilizations?
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Tamara Chin.

China's Millennials: Consumer Superpower
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Helen Wang.

What Was the First Special US-ASEAN Meeting Under Trump Really About?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An important recent engagement between the two sides was more than just about North Korea.

Time for Jimmy Carter to Go Back to North Korea
By Marcus Holmes and Nicholas J. Wheeler
The United States should remember how it solved the last major North Korea crisis: with face-to-face diplomacy.

Global Logistics: Amazon Comes to China
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from John Manners-Bell.

The Real Challenge for US-ASEAN Relations Under Trump
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though the recent spurt of high-level engagement is welcome, this talk needs to be followed up by action.

US China Envoy Likely to See Responsibilities Grow Asia-Wide
By Harry Krejsa
With a number of staffing holes in the administration, Terry Branstad may face a broader portfolio than he expected.