Region
East Asia
The Koreas, Diplomacy, and Regional Autonomy
By Robert E. Kelly
The days of Korea as the geopolitical football of the region are long gone.
The Implications of China’s Growth Slowdown
By Brendan P. O'Reilly
Slowing Chinese growth could have repercussions that extend well beyond the economy.
Xi Jinping: China’s Undecided ‘Decider’
By Ryan Mitchell
In all, Xi’s ideological moves seem to share just one core feature: giving himself room to maneuver more freely.
Are China’s THAAD Fears Justified?
By Sukjoon Yoon
There is speculation that the U.S. will deploy its THAAD batteries to South Korea. Should China be worried?
Moscow and Pyongyang: From Disdain to Partnership?
By Richard Weitz
Russian-North Korean relations have been on a roll during the past year, but may soon encounter roadblocks.
China’s 'One Belt, One Road' To Where?
By Lucio Blanco Pitlo III
Why do Beijing’s regional trade and transport plans worry so many people?
What Is China’s Way?
By Bob Lee
Rumors of the CCP’s impending demise may well be exaggerated.
How China Defines Terrorism
By Zunyou Zhou
In a new draft law, China has opted for its own definition.
The New Silk Road and the Power of Ideas
By Ma Junjie
Much analysis is missing perhaps the most important potential role of China’s Silk Road aspirations.
‘Straight Man Cancer’: Sexism with Chinese Characteristics
By Nancy Tang
Could an ill-advised social media comment spark a gender revolution in China?
China’s Alternative Diplomacy
By Zheng Wang
China has just made its biggest foreign policy adjustment in 25 years.
South Korea's Foreign Bride Problem
By Philip Iglauer
The government tries to tackle the thorny issue of migrant brides and domestic violence.