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East Asia
Diplomacy Beyond the Elections: How China Is Preparing for a Post-Biden America
By Seong-Hyon Lee
China is not just managing tensions but setting the stage to influence the next U.S. administration and push its long-term ambitions forward.
To Combat China’s Influence Operations, US Officials Need Sharper Tools and a Deft Touch
By Yaqiu Wang
The arrest of a former top aide to New York’s governor reinforces the need for vigilance and strong enforcement, but a successful response will also depend on legal reforms and community trust.
Chinese Soccer Appears to be Getting Worse Despite President Xi’s Pledge to Make It Better
By Stephen Wade
As China tries to qualify for a men's World Cup for the first time since 2002, it suffered a historically lopsided loss to Japan.
Taipei-Shanghai Forum: A Litmus Test for Cross-Strait Engagement
By Hiro Fu
The annual Twin City Forum this year will gauge political will for cross-strait engagement amid escalating tensions – if it occurs at all.
The Opportunity for South Korea-US Cooperation in AI Hardware and Energy Needs
By Seungmin (Helen) Lee and Michelle J. Lee
By supporting South Korea’s renewable energy development, the U.S. could strengthen a critical ally’s AI and chip industry, which is a step toward building collective resilience.
South Korea’s President Yoon Meets Japanese Prime Minister Kishida One Last Time
By Mitch Shin
Before Kishida’s departure as prime minister, Yoon touted their efforts to restore stony relations between the two countries. The South Korean public is less enthused.
Will Koizumi Shinjiro Become Japan’s Youngest Prime Minister?
By Daisuke Akimoto
The former environment minister is leading in the polls, despite being just 43 years old. What would his election mean for the LDP and Japan?
As the TPP Faces Controversy, Will Third Parties Disappear From Taiwan Politics?
By Austin Horng-En Wang
Even if the TPP loses ground, the popular demand for a third option in Taiwan’s political sphere remains strong.
Why Is Beijing Interested in a Mid-Level Government Aide in New York State?
By Huizhong Wu
Linda Sun held numerous roles in New York state government, including deputy chief of staff for the governor. She was also, prosecutors say, working as an agent for the Chinese government.
Why Did North Korea Register – and Deregister – 13 Submarines With the IMO?
By Jihoon Yu
Assessing the strategic intentions and regional security implications of Pyongyang's puzzling decision.
How Did Japan’s Conservatives Fall in Love With Dovish Economic Policy?
By Jio Kamata
For decades, hawkish economic policy was a hallmark of the LDP. Then Abe Shinzo changed the game with “Abenomics.”
North Korea Expands Media Ban to Include Chinese Films
By Chelsea Toczauer
The shift to put Chinese media on the blacklist is another signal of strained China-North Korea relations.
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