Region
East Asia
China’s Worrying Military Exercises Near Taiwan
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
China’s moves in the region, despite the pandemic, are only likely to generate fear and inspire greater cooperation with Washington.
Why Some of China’s Most Ardent Nationalists Are Fangirls
By Xu Xin
The latest Twitter war, centering on a Thai idol named Bright, reveals a curious trend in Chinese nationalism.
What’s Behind US ‘Concerns’ About Possible Chinese Nuclear Testing?
By Ankit Panda
The U.S. State Department has raised concerns about possible Chinese nuclear testing activity. What’s really going on?
Taiwan’s Baseball, Basketball Leagues Back in Action as the World Watches
By Nick Aspinwall
The country’s top baseball and basketball leagues are holding games without fans, a sign of its success in controlling the spread of the coronavirus.
South Korean Ruling Party Wins Supermajority in Legislative Election
By Associated Press
President Moon’s Democratic Party and its affiliate won 180 out of 300 seats, buoyed by public support for the government’s COVID-19 response.
China Tries to Revive Economy But Consumer Engine Sputters
By Associated Press
Restarting the Chinese economy will require an increase in consumer spending and confidence.
Flankers vs Gripens: What Happened at the Falcon Strike 2015 Exercise?
By Rick Joe
A Chinese test pilot's lecture in December 2019 about the exercise sparked renewed discussion over the details.
Can Japan Successfully Decouple From China?
By John Lee
The Abe government is providing funds to encourage firms to move production lines out of China. Will the gambit work?
Anatomy of a North Korean Coal Smuggling Operation
By Project Sandstone
North Korea has adopted creative new ways to export coal and other commodities to fund its WMD and ballistic missile program.
China Didn’t Warn Public of Likely Pandemic for 6 Key Days
By Associated Press
Internal Chinese government documents show a delay in Beijing’s official reaction.
South Korea’s Response to COVID-19 in Africa
By R. Maxwell Bone & Matthew Minsoo Kim
COVID-19 has presented new opportunities for cooperation between South Korea and Africa.
China to the Rescue in Sri Lanka
By Rathindra Kuruwita
Beijing first stepped forward to assist Colombo, a move with geopolitical ramifications.