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East Asia
Why Argentina’s Nuclear Power Project With China Has Stalled
By Isabel Bernhard
Argentina and China’s shaky nuclear collaboration underscores that the creation of truly viable new energy sources is a long-term endeavor.
Did North Korea Really Fake an ICBM Test in March?
By Tay Jeong
After the recent confirmed launch of a Hwasong-17 missile, it’s time to revisit claims that North Korea “faked” a previous launch.
Don’t Force Europe to Choose Between the United States and China
By Carisa Nietsche
Coercive diplomacy comes at a cost: It threatens to inject friction and erode trust in the transatlantic relationship.
BTS Member Jin Begins Military Duty at Front-line Boot Camp
By Hyung-jin Kim and Juwon Park
There are some exceptions built into South Korea’s conscription laws, but K-pop stardom is not among them.
Interview With France’s Ambassador to Mongolia, Sebastien Surun
By Bolor Lkhaajav
Amb. Surun on France-Mongolia bilateral relations and his personal views on regional security issues involving Mongolia’s neighbors.
US, South Korea, Japan Seek to Curb North Korea’s Illicit Cyber Activities
By Niniek Karmini and Hyung-jin Kim
After a trilateral meeting, the governments vowed to "double down" on efforts to block Pyongyang's attempts to evade sanctions, including through cybercrime.
What Will the New Chair of Taiwan’s Ruling Party Mean for Cross-Strait Relations?
By Chieh Yen
Decoding William Lai’s positioning on cross-strait relations – and the implications for peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific.
Xi Jinping and China’s Censorship Trap
By Ge Chen
Why didn't China's leader crack down hard on the protesters calling for him to resign? He may never have heard those calls in the first place.
Japanese Company’s Lander Rockets Toward Moon With UAE Rover
By Marcia Dunn
The company, ispace, is one of the first private entities to attempt a moon landing. "This is the dawn of the lunar economy," its CEO declared.
Has Xi Averted a ‘Winter of Discontent’ in China?
By Dan Macklin
Ending “zero COVID” is Beijing’s best option, but it comes at the worst possible time.
Xi’s Visit Marks New Era for China-Arab Relations
By Wang Jin
The Chinese leader’s trip to Saudi Arabia involved outreach to the entire bloc of Arab states, adding momentum to growing ties.
Dogs Gifted by North’s Kim Jong Un Resettle in South Korean Zoo
By Hyung-jin Kim
The dogs officially belong to the state, but former President Moon had taken them home before giving them up amid a dispute over financial support.