Region
East Asia
Dealing With China Should Be a Key Priority for the New EU Leadership
By Rahul Mishra
As the EU leadership gears up for a new term, with some new faces in key positions, the European Union should re-examine its China policy.
International Airlines Leave China, Despite Beijing’s Urging
By Bonnie Girard
The closure of Russian airspace to many Western airlines is further complicating the situation as China tries to woo international airlines back.
Mongolia, US Launch Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue
By Bolor Lkhaajav
The two countries tightened relations with back-to-back foreign minister visits.
Will Kinmen Be Taiwan’s Crimea?
By Sam Goodman
A relatively pro-China population and proximity to the mainland mean Beijing might test the waters by attempting to annex the Kinmen Islands.
The Problem of US Military Access in a Non-Aligned Indo-Pacific
By Lucas Myers
A persistent commitment to hedging in South and Southeast Asia raises concerns about U.S. force projection into the region during a potential conflict with China.
The Potential Impact of a Second Trump Term on Inter-Korean Relations
By Jihoon Yu
Trump's unconventional diplomatic style could break deadlocks, but his unpredictable approach and possible sidelining of South Korea's strategic interests risks destabilizing the region, too.
China Unveils Ambitious 5-Year Plan to Overhaul the Hukou System
By Lizzi C. Lee
China aims to dismantle the hukou system and integrate rural migrants into urban economies, but challenges of infrastructure, resources, and social resistance loom large.
China Breaks With Latin America and BRICS Allies Over Venezuela Election Fraud
By Paul Hare
China’s unquestioning support of the Maduro government in Venezuela is out of step with its ambitions in the rest of Latin America.
Understanding China’s Approach to Nuclear Deterrence
By Alex Alfirraz Scheers
It has never been more crucial to understand China’s approach to deterrence, in order to bring a much-needed sense of perspective to Sino-American nuclear dynamics.
More Than Mercenary: Why Taiwan’s Semiconductor Dominance Helps the US
By Kai-Shen Huang
Taiwan’s dominance in chip manufacturing aligns with and supports U.S. interests, given their complementary strengths.
The Jaishankar-Wang Meeting and the Future of China-India Ties
By Ali Yawar M.
Even if New Delhi and Beijing decide to collaborate on the economic front, it might not be enough to shift the needle on their relationship.
US Air Force: Japan Osprey Crash Caused by Cracks in a Gear and Pilot’s Decision to Keep Flying
By Tara Copp
The investigation said Pentagon leadership in charge of the V-22 Ospreys did not share safety data that could have educated crews on the severity of the risk.