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Barack Obama
The U.S.-China Straitjacket
Asia-Pacific nations need to stop seeing their foreign policy through the prism of U.S.-China balance.
Obama has China on Back Foot
After an early stutter, Barack Obama has outflanked China in the Pacific. Will the TPP seal U.S. dominance?
Yes, Obama May Call Iran Strike
A former top Obama adviser on the Middle East says the president is serious when he says all options remain open. Just look at his track record.
Can China Handle America’s Return?
The United States’ decision to “pivot” back to the Asia-Pacific is welcome among its allies. But what about its most assertive rising power?
U.S.-Pakistan Ties on Brink
With talk of possible coup swirling around Pakistan, the U.S. looks close to losing a key strategic partner.
Why There’s No Quick Iran Fix
The Diplomat speaks with Joseph Costa, co-director of the Truman National Security Project’s Nuclear Nonproliferation Experts Group, about the future of Iran’s nuclear program.
The Trick to Sabotaging Iran
Covert operations may offer the best way of slowing Iran’s nuclear program without all-out war. But how long can they last?
Bonn Meet Falls Flat on Face
Without Pakistan and a Taliban presence, the Bonn conference on Afghanistan was always going to struggle. A conflicted U.S. policy doesn’t help.
An Anti-China Axis?
Talk of U.S.-India-Australia axis is undoubtedly prompted by China. But is there any substance behind it?
Why No One Wants an Iran Deal
The U.S., China, Russia and Israel all have reasons for not wanting to negotiate a settlement to the Iran nuclear crisis. So does Tehran.
Avoiding U.S.-India Drift
India is a natural defense ally for the United States. It’s modernizing military offers plenty of opportunities.
Europe Grapples With U.S. Pivot
European nations will have to get used to the U.S. paying more attention to Asia, says Sir Malcolm Rifkind. It doesn’t have to be a bad thing.