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Asia Pivot
Marine Corps Chief: Not Sure About Asia Force Posture
By Zachary Keck
The USMC’s top officer is uncertain about how much forward presence the U.S. needs in Asia.
A HASC Chairman for the Asian Century
By Zachary Keck
J. Randy Forbes is the best choice for the next Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.
Does America Even Need a Strategy for Asia?
By Mira Rapp-Hooper
Defining ends and means is hard; aligning them is even more so. Still the benefits of a strategy outweigh the costs.
Colleen Hanabusa
By Justin McDonnell
The Diplomat’s Justin McDonnell spoke with Rep. Colleen Hanabusa [D-HI1] about the U.S. “pivot,” the TPP, immigration, and the role of Hawaii in America’s Asia-Pacific strategy.
India to Procure Israeli Barak-I Missiles
By Ankit Panda
A few defense and security links to round off 2013. Happy New Year!
4 Points for Obama’s Asia Trip in April 2014
Obama can expect some difficult conversations when he heads to Asia in April.
Offshore Engagement: The Right U.S. Strategy for Asia
Offshore engagement presents a middle ground between offshore balancing and deep commitment.
Obama Cancels Rest of Asia Trip
In cancelling his appearances at APEC and the East Asia Forum, Obama put his political standing ahead of Asia.
Shutdown Forces Obama to Cancel Malaysia Trip, APEC May Be Next
The president may have to cancel his entire trip to Southeast Asia because of the U.S. government shutdown.
Wheels Up! Has Obama Really Pivoted to Asia?
At least when measured by the time senior U.S. officials are spending in Asia, the pivot is real.
India’s “Pivot to Asia”
New Delhi is reaching out to nations in the Asia-Pacific more than ever before, suggesting an increased presence in the region.
Should Middle Powers Integrate or Go it Alone?
Middle powers have an interesting choice when it comes to procurement policies. Robert Farley explains.