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China
Why India Tested Nuclear Weapons in 1998
Much of the conventional wisdom is wrong; only domestic politics really mattered for the decision.
China to Invest $28 Billion in Venezuelan Oil
Beijing and Caracas inked a number of agreements ahead of Nicolás Maduro’s state visit to Beijing this weekend.
History Wars: A Long View of Asia's Territorial Disputes
The Diplomat takes a look at the long and complex background to some of the region’s most intractable disputes.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization: China’s NATO?
While much about the group remains a mystery, one thing is certain: at the SCO, China reigns supreme.
Russia to Sell China Su-35 Multirole Fighter Jets
After confusion earlier this year, Moscow has confirmed that it will sell China the 4++ generation fighters.
Is China Occupying 640 km of Indian Territory?
New reports say the PLA has “incrementally” occupied 640 km of Indian territory in recent months.
ASEAN Should Reject a Code of Conduct in the South China Sea
ASEAN hopes that letting China keep its gains will purchase its forbearance in the future. Good luck with that.
Inside China’s Rural Migration
A growing number of Shanghai’s seniors are discovering the joys of community by leaving the city.
Zhou Yongkang: Has Xi Nabbed a “Tiger?”
After months of rumors, senior party leaders have reportedly agreed to investigate the former security czar.
China Moves to Isolate Philippines, Japan
Manila and Tokyo’s charm offensives toward China fail, as Beijing returns to its natural, shrewd diplomacy.
Japan’s Debt Servicing Costs to Consume 21% of Budget
Plus, more PetroChina executives are being investigated by the government. Tuesday economic links.
China and Japan REALLY Don’t Like Each Other
A new survey finds that mutual animosity between Japanese and Chinese citizens runs deep.