Archive
June 6, 2011
What Russia Fears in Asia
Despite its growing military and economic power, Russia doesn’t see China as a threat. The potential chaos in Central Asia is another matter.
West Wrong on North Korea
Western media likes to suggest growing tension between North Korea and China. The truth is more complicated.
US Eyes Singapore Base
Robert Gates announces a new US Navy presence in Singapore. Is the plan a response to China’s naval build-up?
India’s Truck, China’s Ferrari
India’s media needs to stop focusing on economic and military rivalry with China. It’s distracting and misleading.
Kan Holding On, for Now
Naoto Kan survives a no-confidence motion following a deal with a former premier. But his days are now numbered.
A View on Nationalism
Nationalism in Japan is confined mostly to the elites, but is more broad-based in China, says academic Gui Yongtao.
ASEAN Needs Timor-Leste
Singapore has expressed doubts over whether Timor-Leste is ready to join ASEAN. Will it look elsewhere?