Region
East Asia
Understanding China’s Food Priorities for 2024
By Genevieve Donnellon-May
The 2023 Central Rural Work Conference signals China’s approach to food security this year and beyond.
Lee Sun-kyun of Oscar-Winning ‘Parasite’ Died of Social Murder
By Eunwoo Lee
South Korean society collectively stripped and buried Lee in its cruel approach to drug users.
China’s Military Shakeup: What You Need to Know
An interview with Lyle Morris about China's new defense minister and what's driving arguably the biggest purge in PLA history.
North Korea Factor Fades Amid Seoul’s Trilateral Engagement
By Abhishek Sharma
South Korea’s current diplomatic strategy is overlooking its greatest security threat.
The New Dynamism in Germany’s Relations With South Korea
By Tim Hildebrandt and Julian Klose
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has compelled Germany to alter its foreign policy and role in the world. This has also had repercussions for partners outside the EU.
Navigating South China Sea Security in 2024
By Sophie Wushuang Yi
A look back at the strategic dynamics of the maritime disputes in 2023, and what we might expect in the new year.
North Korea’s ‘Successful’ Spy Satellite Launch
By ISOZAKI Atsuhito
What does it all mean?
Why Is Mexico Putting Tariffs on Chinese Imports?
By Juan Pablo Villasmíl and Joseph Bouchard
As bilateral trade hits record-highs, the country may be looking to exercise leverage and improve its terms.
Can Han Dong-hoon Unite and Lead South Korea’s Ruling Party?
By Kenji Yoshida and Jason Morgan
Former Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon is the PPP's new leader, but it remains to be seen whether he can step out from President Yoon's shadow.
Can 2024 Bring a New Breakthrough in China-India Relations?
By Ivan Lidarev
There was no thaw, but 2023 brought some promising stabilization in the relationship between Beijing and New Delhi.
China Sets Record for Activity Near Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands in 2023
By Takahashi Kosuke
China has quietly increased its presence in the East China Sea, challenging Japan's control of the disputed islands.
Taiwan’s Presidential and VP Contenders Give Final Campaign Push
By Brian Hioe
With less than two weeks left until the Taiwanese presidential elections, campaigning (and partisan mud-slinging) has kicked into high gear.