Region
East Asia
China Unveils Latest Z-10 Attack Helicopter Variant
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Chinese state-owned media released images of a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Zhishengji-10 (Z-10) attack helicopter fitted with new engine exhaust outlets.
At G20 Finance Meeting, Japan Sticks to Optimism Despite Viral Outbreak
By Mina Pollmann
Japan's finance minister and central bank head both downplayed the economic impact from coronavirus.
Cross-border South Korean Drama Overcomes Political Risks
By Juwon Park
The team behind the drama had to tread carefully in order to avoid glorifying or misrepresenting the state.
How Does Asia Think About Taiwan and Its New Southbound Policy?
By Jeremy Huai-Che Chiang
Attempting to gauge public sentiments in Asian countries toward Taiwan and its outreach attempts.
Abe: Flex Hours, Work Style Among Key Steps to Fight Virus
By Associated Press
The Japanese prime minister took aim at the country’s work culture amid concerns about further spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus.
The Missing Link in China’s Economic Ambitions in Latin America
By Wenyuan Wu
The spotty records of Chinese companies on sustainability continue to undermine Beijing’s ambitions in the region.
An ‘October Surprise’ From North Korea?
By Ankit Panda
North Korea’s plans remain unclear amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Can the US-Japan Alliance Handle Cyberattacks?
By Sonoko Kuhara
The alliance faces several challenges in any joint response to a major cyberattack.
Chinese Research Funding, Economic Espionage, and Disclosure
By Ankit Panda
Disclosure can help mitigate risks.
What Would It Cost to Cancel the Tokyo Olympics?
By Anthony Fensom
Cancelling the Summer Games over coronavirus fears would not be a fatal economic blow for Japan.
Does the US Need a New Nuclear Sea-Launched Cruise Missile?
By Robert Farley
The case for a new sea-launched cruise missile raises worrying questions.
Defense Meeting Puts Japan-Vietnam Security Ties into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The recent consultation highlighted what both sides are emphasizing in 2020 within the defense aspect of the relationship.