East Asia

China is assumed by many destined to overtake the US as the world’s leading power. But history shows the dangers of extrapolating from today’s growth numbers.

The US military’s ‘offshore balancing’ strategy is likely to be applied to the Asia-Pacific. But there could be some troubling and unintended consequences if it is.

YouTube video of the fight between the Georgetown basketball team and their Chinese rivals went viral. But the aftermath was more encouraging than reported.

China’s rise is a fact. The only way for the United States and others to deal with it is to encourage consistent and creative engagement.

China’s economic growth has been remarkable. But continuing to rely on the notion of a benevolent dictatorship is a serious mistake.

Yoshihiko Noda takes office at the most crucial time for Japan in half a century, says Michael Auslin. But with lacklustre public support, he has his work cut out.

Yoshihiko Noda faces plenty of challenges as Japan’s new prime minister. The most immediate is choosing his new government.

North Korea is showing signs of wanting to get back to talks. But without any changes to its behaviour, it might be better to focus on the next generation.

Japan’s ruling Democratic Party of Japan selects a new leader today. Michael Cucek takes a look at what the candidates stand for.

A raid by Japan’s spy agency this month on sites tied to Aum Shinrikyo is a reminder of the troubling legacy the cult has left.

The Pentagon’s new report on China’s military underscores the rapid progress it is making. But what exactly is this build-up for?

A programme broadcast on the military channel of China’s state TV raises new questions about Beijing’s support for cyber attacks.