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The US and India: Democracy and Strategic Autonomy
By Raymond E. Vickery, Jr.
The two countries should support democratic values, including the international rule of law, in their relations with the rest of the world.
Can the West Shake Its Dependence on China’s Rare Earths?
By Barbara Kelemen and Alexander Stonor
Reliance on China’s rare earth elements sector limits the ability of the United States to punish Beijing economically should it pursue a military action against Taiwan.
Chinese Parts in the F-35 Highlight Concerning Trend in the US Defense Sector
By A.B. Abrams
The contraction of U.S. defense and civilian industries since the end of the Cold War has made foreign inputs into key weapons programs indispensable.
Philanthropy Cooperation: A Bright Spot in China-US Relations
By Dingding Chen and Cai Jiazheng
At a time when many areas of the relationship are experiencing tensions, China and the U.S. have seen strengthened philanthropy cooperation ever since the outbreak of COVID-19.
The Potential for Japan-South Korea-US Trilateral Cooperation Through IPEF
By Kaitlyn King
Both Seoul and Tokyo are part of the U.S.-lead economic initiative. Can it help break the ice between the two?
Where Does China-US Trade Go From Here?
Chad Bown, Liu Luxin, Zongyuan Zoe Liu, and Tu Xinquan on the current state and future prospects of China-U.S. trade.
US-South Korea-Japan Strengthen Joint Commitment in Face of Possible 7th North Korean Nuclear Test
By Mitch Shin
The national security advisors from the three countries met in Honolulu this week to discuss a coordinated response to the growing North Korean threat.
Solomon Islands Asks Navies Not to Send Ships Pending Review
By Rod McGuirk
The official announcement came after the U.S. reported a coast guard vessel was denied docking permission.
US-China-Taiwan Tensions: New Status Quo?
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Eric Chan
Why Guam’s Missile Defense Modernization Matters
By A.B. Abrams
Guam is a vital node of U.S. power projection in the Indo-Pacific. It’s also a key target for enemy strikes.
Yoon Suk-yeol’s Audacious Initiative for Denuclearization Will Fail
By Mitch Shin
The Yoon administration is trying to carry out a policy toward North Korea that has already been tried -- with no success.
South Korea, US Return to Large-Scale Military Drills
By Troy Stangarone
The resumption of large-scale drills for the first time since 2017 will improve military readiness for the alliance.