East Asia

Since gaining Arctic Council observer status, China has been quick to move on its interests.

Although it faces strong resistance, reforms will be vital if the Chinese economy is to continue to evolve.

Although its focus remains the economy, Japan’s government has taken the first steps in reforming its security infrastructure.

Surveys belie claims that Chinese are becoming fed up with their government.

The Chinese Dream finds itself caught between youth awakenings on the left and right.

The weekend’s Xi-Obama summit may be an example for Japanese leaders overly hasty to meet a U.S. president.

The price of achieving trust in the bilateral relationship may be too high.

An effective policy towards Pyongyang would recognize why the regime perpetuates crises and then change the incentive structure it faces.

A recent claim to the contrary by South Korea’s finance minister is breathtaking.

China has little attractive power – in the West. But then not everyone is watching China through Western eyes.

Beijing calls the shots in North Korea? History shows that thinking is misguided.

Artist enfant terrible Aida Makoto spoke with The Diplomat about his provocative Tokyo exhibition and whether there is hope for Japan.