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Space Security and Geopolitical Competition in the Asia-Pacific

Space Security and Geopolitical Competition in the Asia-Pacific

By Ankit Panda
Between the proliferation of counterspace capabilities and intensifying geopolitical competition, space is a critical domain for Asian powers.
As COVID-19 Surges in South Korea, Doctors Are Furious Over Government Training Plan

As COVID-19 Surges in South Korea, Doctors Are Furious Over Government Training Plan

By Tae-jun Kang
The government's plan to train more doctors has sparked controversy and a doctors' strike -- all in the middle of a global pandemic.

Chinese Experts Think US-China Rivalry Accelerated Abe Shinzo’s Departure

Chinese Experts Think US-China Rivalry Accelerated Abe Shinzo’s Departure

By Hemant Adlakha
Experts in Beijing believe Abe got caught up in the unending hostility between Japan’s key ally, the U.S. and China, its largest trading partner -- just like in 2007

COVID-19 and Japan’s Mysterious ‘Night City’ District 

COVID-19 and Japan’s Mysterious ‘Night City’ District 

By Yusaku Yoshikawa
A new buzzword to describe red-light districts has been cropping up in official comments designed to give the impression that the pandemic is contained to certain areas.

The Latest Target of China’s Military Reform: Reserve Forces 

The Latest Target of China’s Military Reform: Reserve Forces 

By Ying-Yu Lin
China’s decision to centralize command of reserve forces signals that military restructuring is still ongoing. 
China’s Foreign Minister Finishes Europe Tour

China’s Foreign Minister Finishes Europe Tour

By Eleanor Albert
Wang Yi's trip to Europe had decidedly mixed results.

Are the US and India on the Same Page When It Comes to the Quad?

Are the US and India on the Same Page When It Comes to the Quad?

By Abhijnan Rej
Recent conflicting statements by the Indian foreign minister and a U.S. deputy secretary of state provide little clarity about common future perceptions of the grouping.
Hong Kong Begins Mass Testing for Virus Amid Public Doubts

Hong Kong Begins Mass Testing for Virus Amid Public Doubts

By Associated Press
The mass testing campaign has become another flashpoint over the city's interactions with the mainland.

Chinese-born Australian CCTV Journalist Detained in China 

Chinese-born Australian CCTV Journalist Detained in China 

By Associated Press
Australian officials say Cheng Lei has been detained by Chinese authorities, but the reason has not been made clear.

What Good Is the Russia-India-China Triangle for Moscow?

What Good Is the Russia-India-China Triangle for Moscow?

By Abhijnan Rej
Russia has viewed both India and China through the lens of its relationship with the West. And that may not be a bad thing in the future.

Cracks in China-Europe Relations Run Deep

Cracks in China-Europe Relations Run Deep

By Laurens Hemminga
Looking at Europe-China ties since the 1990s it becomes clear that the recent tension is driven by deeper structural factors -- and is therefore likely to stick.
Tsai Takes a Political Risk to Pursue a Taiwan-US Trade Agreement

Tsai Takes a Political Risk to Pursue a Taiwan-US Trade Agreement

By Nick Aspinwall
Her Friday announcement that she would ease restrictions on U.S. pork and beef imports led to a backlash from opposition politicians and local farmers.

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